| Melanophryniscus klappenbachi | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Amphibia |
| Order: | Anura |
| Family: | Bufonidae |
| Genus: | Melanophryniscus |
| Species: | M. klappenbachi |
| Binomial name | |
| Melanophryniscus klappenbachi Prigioni and Langone, 2000 | |
Melanophryniscus klappenbachi, also known as Klappenbach's red-bellied frog, is a South American species of toad in the family Bufonidae.
It is found in the Gran Chaco in northern Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil (Mato Grosso do Sul), and possibly in Bolivia. [1] [2] Its specific name refers to Miguel Angel Klappenbach, a Uruguayan zoologist. [3]
Its natural habitats are shrublands, and it can also be found in disturbed areas such as livestock farms. It is an explosive breeder utilizing temporary pools. [1]
Alkaloids produce toxins when consumed in large amounts, and one of the toxins that is given off is batrachotoxin-homobatrachotoxin, which contributes to the toxicity of the species. When fed diets with low levels of alkaloids, there was a decrease in the amount of this toxin produced. [4]
Melanophryniscus klappenbachi is a common species facing no significant threats. It is present in the international pet trade. [1]
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