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Bufo praevius Tadpole

Bufo praevius (tadpole)

Bufo praevius Tadpole

This tadpole develops in shallow seasonal pools and other still freshwater habitats near West African forest edges. It grazes algae, decaying plant matter, and tiny organic particles with its specialized mouthparts. Its flattened tail provides quick bursts of swimming when danger approaches.

Type
Water
Conservation status
NE

Growth chain

  1. Bufo praevius Tadpole
  2. ?
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Range map records: GBIF.org (CC0 and CC BY). Country outlines: Natural Earth.