Southern toadlet
A species of Pseudophryne Scientific name : Pseudophryne semimarmorata Genus : Pseudophryne
Southern toadlet, A species of Pseudophryne
Scientific name: Pseudophryne semimarmorata
Genus: Pseudophryne
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Description
The southern toadlet (Pseudophryne semimarmorata), or marbled toadlet, is a species of small frog that is endemic to south-eastern Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Southern toadlet, a species of frog, is recognized for its carnivorous dietary habits, primarily consuming small invertebrates. Substantial portions of its diet consist of arthropods such as beetles, spiders, and small crustaceans, which it actively hunts in its terrestrial environment.
AdultSize
medium
Appearance
Southern toadlet is a small-bodied frog featuring warty, rough skin. It exhibits distinct coloration of black on the dorsal surface, interspersed with vivid greenish-yellow patches. The belly is mottled with a pattern of black and cream. Females, being larger than males, illustrate a clear sexual dimorphism. Their stout body shape and prominent limbs are adaptations to a terrestrial lifestyle.
Behavior
Southern toadlet is a solitary amphibian, mostly nocturnal, and employs a sit-and-wait strategy for catching prey like insects. It shelters under logs and leaves, using these materials as camouflage. Distinctively, female southern toadlet constructs nests in damp underground areas for spawning, showing significant parental care. Territorial conflicts are rare, given its propensity for solitude.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Australian ground frogs Genus
Pseudophryne Species
Southern toadlet 
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