A medium-sized amphibian species endemic to South America, characterized by its distinctive brown-reddish coloration and terrestrial-aquatic habitat preferences.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, and Bolivia, typically inhabiting grasslands, forest edges, wetlands, and agricultural landscapes with humid environments.
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations, serves as prey for predators, and contributes to nutrient cycling in ecosystems through its complex life cycle.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with variable brown to reddish-brown coloration, offering camouflage in natural environments
LIMBS WINGSStrong hind limbs for jumping, webbed feet for swimming, four toes on front limbs and five toes on rear limbs
HEAD SENSORYLarge, protruding eyes with horizontal pupils, wide mouth with specialized tongue for capturing prey
BODY STRUCTURERobust body, approximately 40-60 mm in length, with compact build and muscular limbs adapted for terrestrial and aquatic locomotion
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.843.33365
