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MICROHYLIDAE [1 record]

Record 1 2016-03-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Reptiles and Amphibians
Universal entry(ies)
CONT

The narrow-mouthed toads (Microhylidae) are divided into seven or eight subfamilies, and are closely related to true frogs and rhacophorids. The vertebrae are diplasiocoelous or procollous. The pectoral girdle is firmisternal, and often only vestigial. Many species lack teeth.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Reptiles et amphibiens
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
DEF

Amphibien anoure firmisterne, à tête petite et étroite, arboricole ou fouisseur, vivant dans tout l'hémisphère Nord. (Les microhylidés forment une famille.)

Spanish

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