Howard Springs toadlet
species of amphibian
The Howard Springs toadlet (Uperoleia daviesae), also known as the Howard River toadlet, Davies's toadlet or the Darwin sandsheet frog, is a species of small frog that is endemic to Australia. The specific epithet daviesae honours Australian herpetologist Margaret M. Davies.
Description
The species grows to about 25 mm in length (SVL). The upper body is grey to grey-brown. The belly is pale pink, speckled white. The throat of the male is dark grey. The fingers are unwebbed; the toes only slightly webbed. The backs of the thighs and groin are red to orange. The call of species is short and raspy.
Behaviour
Breeding takes place during the wet season.
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