Palawan toadlet
species of amphibian
The Palawan toadlet or white-striped flathead toad (Pelophryne albotaeniata) is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae.
It is endemic to Palawan, the Philippines.
Pelophryne albotaeniata is similar to Pelophryne misera from Borneo, and it might be subspecies of the latter.
Description
Pelophryne albotaeniata is small, moderately slender-bodied bufonid. Males measure 18–20 mm (0.71–0.79 in) and females 19–23 mm (0.75–0.91 in) in snout–vent length. There are no parotoids or cranial crests. Tympanum is distinct. Dorsal skin has irregularly distributed tubercles interspersed with small spinules. The throat is uniform cream.
Habitat and conservation
The species' natural habitats are montane and lowland forests near streams.
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