Australian Rain Frog (Notaden bennettii), near Pilliga, NSW, Australia
… aka Crucifix Toad, males reach a length of 6.3 cm (2.5 in), and females a length of 6.8 cm (2.7 in). The species feet have little “spades” to help them burrow deeply. The Crucifix Toad is a ground dwelling frog, which inhabits the arid areas of western New South Wales and Queensland. To survive long periods without water, the Crucifix Toad will bury itself underground and encase itself in a cocoon of mucous that dries and hardens Upon very heavy rain, they will emerge from the ground, and begin breeding in temporary ponds…
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