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Granular Toad

Granular Toad

Rhinella granulosa

A robust amphibian species native to South America, characterized by its granular skin texture and adaptation to diverse terrestrial environments.

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Granular Toad
Granular Toad
Granular Toad
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Primarily found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina, inhabiting forests, savannas, and agricultural landscapes with moderate humidity

Ecological Role

Critical insect population control, serves as prey and predator in complex ecosystem food webs, indicator species for environmental health

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Distinctly granular, rough textured skin with warty protrusions, providing camouflage and toxin secretion defense mechanism
  • LIMBS WINGS Strong hind limbs adapted for terrestrial locomotion, short forelimbs, webbed toes for occasional aquatic movement
  • HEAD SENSORY Large parotoid glands behind eyes, wide mouth, prominent external tympanum, excellent peripheral vision
  • BODY STRUCTURE Stout body, typically 8-12 cm in length, weight ranging 50-120 g, robust build with compact muscular physique
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