Pelobatrachus nasutus
- Megophrys nasuta
Megophrys nasuta
- Megophrys nasuta
| Family | Megophryidae |
|---|---|
| Genus | Pelobatrachus |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
Introduction
Megophrys nasuta is a fresh water amphibian.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Size10 - 13 cm
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Motiftasks
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Size10 - 13 cm
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Motiftasks
How to recognize this amphibian ?
Pelobatrachus nasutus measures between 10 and 13 cm. this amphibian is unicolore with a predominantly marron body. The also has marron tasks.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilitysolitary
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Way of livingnocturnal
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VenomousNo
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Dietnot specified
Pelobatrachus nasutus is an amphibian solitary. This species is carnivorous . this amphibian lives mainly at night. Usually, it leaves its hiding place and starts to be active once it gets dark.
Although Pelobatrachus nasutus is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
Pelobatrachus nasutus is an amphibian ovipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Origin and distribution
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
Where to see this species?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature22 - 24 °C
Biotope presentation
The acidification of water comes from the decomposition of plants. This phenomenon changes the color of the water, which tends to turn brown. In some areas particularly rich in organic matter, the water is so dark that it is called "black water".
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Sources & Contributions
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