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Poyntonophrynus parkeri

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Kingdom
  
Animalia

Order
  
Anura

Genus
  
Poyntonophrynus

Higher classification
  
Toads

Phylum
  
Chordata

Family
  
Bufonidae

Scientific name
  
Bufo parkeri

Rank
  
Species

Similar
  
Toads, True toad, Frog, Rhaebo caeruleostictus

Poyntonophrynus parkeri (common name: Parker's toad, Mangasini toad) is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae. It is found in central Tanzania and in southwestern Kenya. It is a poorly known species and its distribution might be broader. Its natural habitats are sparsely wooded grassland, savanna, and flood plains. Breeding takes place in temporary pools. Threats to it are unknown, but it could be locally affected by overgrazing and human settlement.

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Poyntonophrynus parkeri Wikipedia


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