A small amphibian species endemic to southeastern Africa, specifically found in coastal and grassland regions of South Africa and Mozambique. A member of the Phrynobatrachidae family characterized by its diminutive size and cryptic coloration.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical grasslands, wetlands, forest edges, and moist savanna environments with dense vegetation and proximity to water sources such as streams, ponds, and seasonal pools
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in ecosystem balance as both predator of small invertebrates and prey for larger animals, contributing to food web dynamics and serving as environmental health indicators
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with variable coloration ranging from brown to green, often with cryptic mottled patterns for camouflage
LIMBS WINGSShort, muscular hindlimbs adapted for jumping, webbed toes for enhanced aquatic locomotion
HEAD SENSORYLarge, prominent eyes with horizontal pupils, well-developed tympanum for sound reception, short and broad snout
BODY STRUCTURESmall-sized frog, typically 20-35 mm in body length, compact and robust build with rounded body shape
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Marius Burger
