Tusked Frog

Adelotus brevis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Anura · Limnodynastidae

About

The tusked frog is a species of ground-dwelling frog native to eastern Australia from Eungella National Park, Queensland south to Ourimbah, New South Wales. It is the only species in the genus Adelotus - adelotus meaning "unseen" and brevis meaning "short".

Fun Fact

The tusked frog is a unique frog within Australia, as it is the only species where the female is smaller than male.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to eastern Australia from Eungella National Park, Queensland south to Ourimbah, New South Wales.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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