astronomy-to-zoology: Pumpkin Toadlet (Brachycephalis…
Pumpkin Toadlet (Brachycephalis ephippium)
Also known as Spix’s saddleback toad, the pumpkin toadlet is a species of saddleback toad endemic to Brazil. Pumpkin toadlets usually inhabit moist lowland and subtropical montane forests where they feed on small insects and springtails, which are usually found in the leaf litter. The pumpkin-orange coloration of this species is aposematic, and the pumpkin toadlet is toxic if consumed. During the rainy season males become highly territorial and and will fight other males when approached. These confrontations usually consist of both toads wiping their arms in-front of their eyes until the intruder retreats, a more physical fight will ensue if he does not retreat.
Phylogeny
Animalia-Chordata-Amphibia-Anura-Brachycephalidae-Brachycephalis-ephippium
Reblogging because “toadlet” is the cutest conceptual concept ever.
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