Red-backed toadlet
A species of Pseudophryne Scientific name : Pseudophryne coriacea Genus : Pseudophryne
Red-backed toadlet, A species of Pseudophryne
Scientific name: Pseudophryne coriacea
Genus: Pseudophryne
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Description
The Red-backed Toadlet (Pseudophryne coriacea) is a species of ground frog native to the coast and adjacent ranges of eastern Australia, from just north of Sydney to South-eastern Queensland.
General Info
Lifespan
6-8 years
Diet
Red-backed toadlet is predominantly insectivorous, primarily feeding on ants. Other small invertebrates, like spiders and worms, also supplement its diet, making it a noted arthropod consumer.
AdultSize
small
Appearance
Red-backed toadlet is a small, squat toad with a robust body and smooth, dark brown skin. It is identified by its distinctive patchwork pattern, which consists of tiny red speckles scattered in a marbled array. The absence of visible tympanums or external eardrums is another defining feature of this species. The legs are moderate in size, subtly etched with darker markings. Adult males and females look alike, and there are no substantial differences between young and old individuals.
Behavior
Red-backed toadlet is a nocturnal and solitary species, notable for its unusual mating behaviour. The males call to attract females and aggressively defend their breeding burrows. Females lay their eggs in a moist burrow, then leave, exhibiting no parental care. A captivating survival adaptation is red-backed toadlet's ability to remain buried underground during dry conditions, reemerging only after heavy rain.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Australian ground frogs Genus
Pseudophryne Species
Red-backed toadlet 
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