Pseudophilautus amboli (Biju & Bossuyt, 2009)

Scientific Classification and Size Range

The Amboli bush frog, scientifically named Pseudophilautus amboli, is a small frog that falls into the medium to large size range among other species in its group.

Snout-Vent Length Measurements

Male Amboli bush frogs reach 34 mm (1.3 in) snout–vent length, while females grow up to 37.5 mm (1.48 in).

Male Vocal Sac Trait

Males have a large, transparent vocal sac when calling.

Body and Digit Morphology

The species has a fairly robust body, with greatly enlarged discs on its fingertips.

Tympanum and Dorsum Coloration

Its tympanum is dark brown, and its dorsum is a uniform blackish brown.

Throat Coloration

The throat is lemon yellowish with tiny black spots.

Amboli Habitat Observations

In Amboli, this frog has been found in heavily disturbed areas adjacent to patches of evergreen forest; it remains unknown whether it also occurs in primary evergreen forest.

Reproductive Strategy

It breeds through direct development.