Microhyla ornata
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Microhyla ornata (Duméril, A. H. and G. Bibron, 1841)[1] |
The Ornate Narrow-mouthed Frog (Microhyla ornata) is a species of microhylid frog found in South Asia. This amphibian is widely distributed in peninsular India.
These frog-like toads of the genus Microhyla are small. They can be identified by the typical Arrow shaped mark on their dorsal side. They are generally of yellowish color with dark brown patch.
This species is found in grass in habitats ranging from dry-scrub to Moist deciduous forest, Semi-evergreen forest and Evergreen forest.
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- ^ Duméril, A. H. and G. Bibron, 1841. Erpetologie generale ou Histoire Naturelle complete des reptiles. Vol. 8. , Paris.