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Muller's termite frog

A species of Dermatonotus
Scientific name : Dermatonotus muelleri Genus : Dermatonotus

Muller's termite frog, A species of Dermatonotus
Scientific name: Dermatonotus muelleri
Genus: Dermatonotus
Muller's termite frog (Dermatonotus muelleri) Photo By Diogo B. Provete , used under CC-BY-SA-2.5 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Dermatonotus muelleri (common name: Muller's termite frog) is a species of frog in the Microhylidae family. It is monotypic within the genus Dermatonotus. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.

General Info

Lifespan

6-10 years

Diet

Muller's termite frog is primarily insectivorous, relishing a diet of ants, termites, and other small arthropods. Expert burrowers, they forage underground tunnels to satisfy their nutritional needs.

Appearance

Muller's termite frog is a notably small frog with a rounded compact body and smooth, moist skin. Its primary color is a striking black with white or yellow dot patterns. The species does not present significant differences due to age, gender, or subspecies. Its features include a distinct, muscular hind leg structure, allowing it to burrow and make rapid, short jumps, which is a distinctive aspect of its appearance and behaviour.

Behavior

Muller's termite frog is predominantly nocturnal, surfacing primarily to feed on ants and termites. This solitary species is known for its exceptional concealment skills, burrowing into loose soil during daylight hours for protection. Muller's termite frog exhibits mild territorial behavior, especially when availing resources, but typically refrains from aggression.

Population

Stable
Muller's termite frog (Dermatonotus muelleri) Muller's termite frog (Dermatonotus muelleri) Photo By Diogo B. Provete , used under CC-BY-SA-2.5 /Cropped and compressed from original
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