Hasselt's toad
A species of Eastern spadefoot toad, Also known as Hasselt's litter frog Scientific name : Leptobrachium hasseltii Genus : Eastern spadefoot toad
Hasselt's toad, A species of Eastern spadefoot toad
Also known as:
Hasselt's litter frog
Scientific name: Leptobrachium hasseltii
Genus: Eastern spadefoot toad
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Description
Leptobrachium hasseltii (Hasselt's toad, Java spadefoot toad, Hasselt's litter frog, Tschudi's frog) is a species of toad found in Southeast Asia. According to the current understanding, this species is known with certainty only from Java (also the type locality), Madura, Bali, and Kangean Islands, Indonesia. The species is also commonly reported to occur in the Philippines (Palawan, Mindoro, Bohol, Basilan, Mindanao islands), but these are believed to re
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Hasselt's toad is chiefly insectivorous, consuming a wide variety of insects including ants, beetles, and moths. These amphibians also display opportunistic feeding habits, occasionally including small crustaceans and other small amphibians in their diet.
Appearance
Hasselt's toad is a small, robust frog, measuring about 5cm in length. It has smooth skin marked by dark brown and blackish spots on its greyish-brown body. Its hands and feet are highly webbed, supporting its semi-aquatic lifestyle. The frog displays a thin black line from its eye to its arm insertion, a notable feature. Unlike many species, there's no significant visual difference between males and females.
Behavior
Hasselt's toad is primarily nocturnal, spending daytime hours concealed. This species is solitary outside of mating season, with males vocalizing to attract females and deter rivals. Its propulsive jumping is distinctive, a survival adaptation for quick escapes. This creature also exhibits skin color changes for camouflage in its forest habitat.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Litter frogs Genus
Eastern spadefoot toad Species
Hasselt's toad 
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