Southeast asian toadlet
A species of Pelophryne Scientific name : Pelophryne brevipes Genus : Pelophryne
Southeast asian toadlet, A species of Pelophryne
Scientific name: Pelophryne brevipes
Genus: Pelophryne
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Description
Pelophryne brevipes or more commonly, Saint Andrew's Cross toadlet is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae. It belongs to the genus Pelophryne which is considered to be closely related to the Asian toad radiation of the genus Ghatophryne
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Southeast asian toadlet is typically found in tropical forests and their diets consist mostly of invertebrates. Their diet components include several kinds of insects, such as ants, beetles, and termites, but specifics may vary with habitat.
Appearance
Southeast asian toadlet is a petite toad species with a flat, rounded body shape. Their skin, rough with small warts, can range from mottled brown to beige, aiding in camouflage within their habitat. Notably, their short limbs end in very small toes with stronger development of the first and second phalanges, contributing to its arboreal lifestyle. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Southeast asian toadlet is an elusive, largely solitary species, known for its nocturnal, terrestrial habits. It forages mostly during the night in vegetation for small invertebrates. Characterized by its passive nature, southeast asian toadlet only displays territorial behavior upon direct encroachment by others. Its survival in tropical forest habitats is enhanced by its adept camouflage and sedentary lifestyle.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True toad Genus
Pelophryne Species
Southeast asian toadlet 
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