Melanophryniscus stelzneri

amphibian

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description and behaviour

  • American toad (Bufo americanus).
    In toad

    When molested, the small poisonous Melanophryniscus stelzneri of Uruguay bends its head and limbs over its body to display its bright orange hands and feet. This position may be a method of warning the intruder of the toxicity of the toad.

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