A large ground-dwelling amphibian endemic to eastern Australia, characterized by distinctive dark barred patterns on its dorsal surface.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Subtropical and temperate rainforests, wet sclerophyll forests, and riparian zones in coastal regions of eastern Australia, particularly in Queensland and New South Wales.
Ecological Role
Key predator in forest ecosystems, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger vertebrates. Sensitive to environmental changes, acts as a bioindicator for ecosystem health.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with distinctive dark brown to black bars/stripes on a lighter background
LIMBS WINGSPowerful hindlimbs adapted for jumping, webbed feet for aquatic locomotion
HEAD SENSORYLarge, prominent eyes with horizontal pupils, well-developed tympanum for acoustic sensing
BODY STRUCTURELarge-bodied frog, typically 60-90 mm in length, robust build with muscular limbs
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Bernard DUPONT from FRANCE
