Microhyla nilphamariensis explained

Microphyla nilphamariensis is a species of narrow-mouthed frog. It is found in Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and northern Pakistan.

Description

Microhyla nilphamariensis is a small frog with a narrow, triangular shaped mouth. This frog is morphologically distinct from all other frogs in its genus as it has reduced webbing between toes. The basic dorsal coloration is light brown with a distinct dark brown diamond-shaped marking over the back. The throat and chest are brown, the belly is dull white and the limbs have dark cross bars.[1]

Habitat

A nocturnal species, it is active when raining and prefers moist environments. Specimens have been observed in a grassy field near ephemeral pools of water.[1]

Notes and References

  1. 4373918. 2015. Howlader. M. S.. A new species of Microhyla (Anura: Microhylidae) from Nilphamari, Bangladesh. PLOS ONE. 10. 3. e0119825. Nair. A. Gopalan. S. V.. Merilä. J. 10.1371/journal.pone.0119825. 25806804. 2015PLoSO..1019825H. free.