Spinomantis brunae
species of amphibian
Spinomantis brunae (common name: Bruna's stream frog) is a species of frogs in the family Mantellidae. It is endemic to Madagascar and known from the Anosy Mountains in southeastern Madagascar.
Description
Males measure 32–35 mm (1.3–1.4 in) in snout–vent length. Females are unknown. The dorsum is olive green with a reticulated pattern of dark brown spots. The flanks have white spots. The digit and toe pads bear a pair of white spots. The iris is creamy white. The tympanum is distinct. The body is granular dorsally, with weakly granular flanks and belly.
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