Tomato Frog (Dyscophus antongilii) — Least Concern Amphibia

Tomato Frog

Dyscophus antongilii

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Anura · Microhylidae

About

Dyscophus antongilii, the Madagascar tomato frog, or simply tomato frog, is a species of frog in the family Microhylidae.

Fun Fact

When threatened, the tomato frog puffs itself up to nearly spherical and secretes a sticky white substance that gums up a predator's mouth and eyes.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to Madagascar, tomato frogs are found in the northeast of the island around Antongil Bay (from which they gain their specific name, antongilii), and south to Andevoranto.

Diet

Feed on small invertebrates, such as beetles, mosquitoes, and flies.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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