Tomato Frog
(Dyscophus Guineti)
Tomato frogs are aptly named for their striking colours. Females are a bright red-orange and males a yellow-orange. In some instances, they have black spots along their backs. These frogs can release a toxic secretion through their skin when threatened.
Fun Facts
Tomato Frog
Animal Class
Amphibian
Diet
Carnivorous. They naturally eat worms, snails, insects, and small rodents.
Habitat
Rainforests and swamp forests
Distribution
Madagascar
Size
Females can reach up to 10cm in length and males can reach up to 7.5cm in length.
Lifespan
Between 6 – 8 years
Did you know?
You can tell males and females apart by their colour and size. Males are smaller and a more yellowy-orange, while females are larger and are more red.
See our Tomato Frog!
Our Tomato Frog is called Heinz and he can be found in the reptile house.
The Tomato Frog Population
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
Decreasing
Threats
Pollution
Population
Unknown
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