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Apennine yellow-bellied toad

A species of Fire-bellied toads
Scientific name : Bombina pachypus Genus : Fire-bellied toads

Apennine yellow-bellied toad, A species of Fire-bellied toads
Scientific name: Bombina pachypus
Genus: Fire-bellied toads
Apennine yellow-bellied toad (Bombina pachypus) Photo By Simon J. Tonge , used under CC-BY-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

This species was once thought to be a subspecies of the yellow-bellied toad B. variegata. It has a compact body and a rounded snout and the skin of the back is covered with tubercles. The pupil of the eye is triangular. The dorsal surface is dark tan or dark greyish-brown, often with washed-out, bright spots. The underparts, including the inner sides of the limbs, the fingers and toes, is greyish-blue to black-blue with striking, bright yellow to orange spots or patches, usually covering more than half of the underside.

General Info

Lifespan

12-15 years

Diet

Apennine yellow-bellied toad is primarily insectivorous, specifically relying on various terrestrial arthropods. Its diet mainly consists of beetles, ants, and various small invertebrates, skillfully using its adhesive tongue for predation.

Appearance

Apennine yellow-bellied toad is a small, stocky toad with a robust body. Its skin has a rough texture and is primarily dark brown with noticeable orange and green patches. Apennine yellow-bellied toad has short limbs and a rounded snout, giving it a distinctive appearance. Its underbelly is bright yellow and covered in small black spots. Male and female apennine yellow-bellied toad are similar in appearance, although males are slightly smaller than females.

Behavior

Apennine yellow-bellied toad is a nocturnal, semi-aquatic species with behaviors leaning towards territoriality. Predominantly solitary, this species uses vocalization and physical aggression to defend its space. Slow-motion display and bright color patterns serve as predator deterrence. Adaptations include hibernation during cold months and emerging during rainfall to forage for food.
Apennine yellow-bellied toad (Bombina pachypus) Apennine yellow-bellied toad (Bombina pachypus) Photo By Simon J. Tonge , used under CC-BY-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
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