Four-eyed frog
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| Physalaemus nattereri Steindachner, 1863 |
The Four-eyed frog (Physalaemus nattereri), is a frog found in North America that has two "false eyes" on its rear. The 3-4 cm frog lifts its rear end when threatened, startling predators. It has short limbs, and a plump body. It is found in the eastern part of North America.
[edit] References
- Aquino et al (2004). Physalaemus nattereri. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN 2006. Retrieved on 12 May 2006. Database entry includes a range map and a brief justification of why this species is of least concern
- Animal, Smithsonian Institution, 2005 pg. 445
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