A rare amphibian species endemic to the Nimba Mountains region of West Africa, characterized by its unique reproductive strategy of live birth among toads.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Montane tropical forest environments at elevations between 500-2,000 meters, with dense vegetation and high humidity in Guinea and surrounding mountainous regions.
Ecological Role
Critical indicator species for biodiversity conservation, playing a key role in ecosystem health and serving as a bioindicator for environmental changes in montane forest ecosystems.
Morphology
SKIN COATTextured, granular skin with camouflage coloration ranging from dark brown to mottled gray
LIMBS WINGSShort, sturdy limbs adapted for terrestrial locomotion, with specialized toe structures for climbing and gripping forest substrate
HEAD SENSORYLarge, prominent eyes with well-developed visual perception, short snout, and wide mouth
BODY STRUCTURESmall terrestrial toad, approximately 30-45 mm in total body length, with robust and compact body design
