Dermatonotus
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Dermatonotus is a genus of frogs in the family Microhylidae.[1] It is monotypic, being represented by the single species, Dermatonotus muelleri, commonly known as Muller's termite frog.[2] It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay.[1]
Dermatonotus muelleri has a stout body, reaching about Script error: No such module "convert". in snout–vent length. Females are larger than males. It lives below ground, feeding on termites. It is an explosive breeder.[3]
Dermatonotus muelleri is locally abundant, but it is threatened by habitat loss in parts of its range. It is sometimes collected for international pet trade.[4]
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