Stonemasonas toadlet
A species of Uperoleia Scientific name : Uperoleia lithomoda Genus : Uperoleia
Stonemasonas toadlet, A species of Uperoleia
Scientific name: Uperoleia lithomoda
Genus: Uperoleia
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Description
The Stonemason Toadlet (Uperoleia lithomoda) is a species of frog in the Myobatrachidae family. It is found in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and possibly Indonesia. Its natural habitats are dry savanna, moist savanna, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, intermittent rivers, intermittent freshwater lakes, and intermittent freshwater marshes.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Stonemasonas toadlet predominantly feeds on small invertebrates, displaying a preference for ants and termites. The species' natural hunting techniques enable proficient extraction of insects from their nests.
AdultSize
small
Appearance
Stonemasonas toadlet is a petite, smooth-skinned frog typically reaching a length of 2.5cm. Its coloration is dominantly brown with occasional splotches of green, seamlessly blending with its rocky habitat. Handy with a defined muscular structure, it hosts a dark eye mask and a unique white streak from its eye to the arm. There is no significant dimorphism, with both genders closely mirroring each other in appearance.
Behavior
Stonemasonas toadlet is primarily nocturnal, existing in solitude except during mating periods. Characteristic behaviors include a unique song from males during courtship, and females being selective in their responses. In terms of survival, stonemasonas toadlet utilizes its granular skin to blend into rocky habitats, aiding its camouflage against predators.
Population
Stable
Photo By Jean-Marc Hero , used under CC-BY-SA-2.5 /Cropped and compressed from original
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Australian ground frogs Genus
Uperoleia Species
Stonemasonas toadlet