Dermatonotus
Sign in to saveDermatonotus is a genus of frogs in the family Microhylidae. It is monotypic, being represented by the single species, Dermatonotus muelleri, commonly known as '''Muller's termite frog'''. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.
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Dermatonotus is a genus of frogs in the family Microhylidae. It is monotypic, being represented by the single species, Dermatonotus muelleri, commonly known as '''Muller's termite frog'. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.
Dermatonotus muelleri has a stout body, reaching about in snout–vent length. Females are larger than males. It lives below ground, feeding on termites. It is an explosive breeder.
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