Sambas stream toad
A species of Stream toads Scientific name : Ansonia latidisca Genus : Stream toads
Sambas stream toad, A species of Stream toads
Scientific name: Ansonia latidisca
Genus: Stream toads
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Description
Ansonia latidisca, commonly called the Sambas stream toad or Bornean rainbow toad, is a small true toad rediscovered in 2011 after being unseen since 1924. It is endemic to Borneo (Indonesia and Malaysia). Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forests and rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
7-10 years
Diet
Sambas stream toad is an insectivorous species that predominantly consumes ants and termites. It exhibits a foraging strategy, often seen prowling the forest floor to capture its prey.
Appearance
Sambas stream toad is a tiny amphibian distinguished by its thin, elongated body. It has smooth, moist skin primarily of a dark brown hue, which may appear black or yellow depending on the angle of light. It has aside sharply pointed snout and striking white belly. Notably, there are no significant variations in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Sambas stream toad is a nocturnal and arboreal species known for its unique breeding behavior. Males are territorial and defend their sites by producing loud calls. The species displays a fascinating direct development, where eggs transform into tiny, fully-formed juveniles, skipping the tadpole stage.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True toad Genus
Stream toads Species
Sambas stream toad 
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