Elegant stubfoot toad
A species of Harlequin toads Scientific name : Atelopus elegans Genus : Harlequin toads
Elegant stubfoot toad, A species of Harlequin toads
Scientific name: Atelopus elegans
Genus: Harlequin toads
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Description
The elegant stubfoot toad (Atelopus elegans) is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae found in lowlands and Andean slopes of northwest Ecuador to 1,140Â m (3,740Â ft) asl and on the Gorgona Island, off southwest coast of Colombia. It was described by George Albert Boulenger in 1882 based on a specimen collected by Edward Whymper. It is known in Spanish as rana jambato del PacÃfico or simply jambato del PacÃfico.
General Info
Lifespan
8-12 years
Diet
Exhibiting omnivorous tendencies, the diet of elegant stubfoot toad revolves primarily around small invertebrates. Key elements of their food consumption include insects, spiders, and on occasion, plant matter.
Appearance
Elegant stubfoot toad is a small frog with a slender body and smooth, glossy skin. Mainly black or charcoal grey, it also showcases patches of vibrant green or yellow. This amphibian lacks wings and horns, yet its long limbs and prominent, round suction pads certainly stand out. No significant variations in appearance are found due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Elegant stubfoot toad feature a diurnal pattern, active during daylight. Solitary in nature, they engage in courtship rituals that include vocalizations by males. Though not migratory, they are excellent climbers for food foraging. Their defensive behavior involves a skin secretion to deter predators.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True toad Genus
Harlequin toads Species
Elegant stubfoot toad 
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