Megophrys nasuta
| Scientific name | Megophrys nasuta |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Schlegel |
| Year of description | 1858 |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | Megophryidae |
| Genus | Megophrys |
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 Megophrys nasuta ?
Megophrys nasuta measures around 10 cm. The females are more imposing and some specimens can reach 13 cm. this amphibian is unicolore with a predominantly marron body. The also has marron tasks.
Sexual dimorphism
The female is bigger than the male.
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
Megophrys nasuta hunts in the stalk and is one of the predators of its biotope. Opportunistic, it does not hesitate to attack any smaller animal nearby.
Megophrys nasuta is an amphibian solitary naturally found Terre. 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 Megophrys nasuta is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
Megophrys nasuta is an amphibian ovipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
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".
Species of the same biotope
Morelia spilota
pythonidae
To go further
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Sources & Contributions
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Where to see this species?
Scientific partners
Species of the same biotope
Morelia spilota
pythonidae
