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Microhyla nilphamariensis

Narrow-mouthed Frogs

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Microhyla nilphamariensis

Basic stats

Habitat

Moist environments; grassy fields near ephemeral pools

Range

Bangladesh, India, Nepal and northern Pakistan

Microhyla nilphamariensis is a small narrow-mouthed frog found in Bangladesh, India, Nepal and northern Pakistan. It has a narrow, triangular mouth and is distinct from other frogs in its genus in having reduced webbing between the toes (Wikipedia, general species account).

The basic colour of the back is light brown with a distinct dark brown diamond-shaped mark, the throat and chest are brown, the belly dull white and the limbs have dark cross bars. It is a nocturnal species, active when it is raining and preferring moist environments, and specimens have been seen in a grassy field near ephemeral pools (Wikipedia, general species account).

Quick answers

What habitat does the Microhyla nilphamariensis live in?
Moist environments; grassy fields near ephemeral pools
Where is the Microhyla nilphamariensis found?
Bangladesh, India, Nepal and northern Pakistan
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