Turtle Frog
The Turtle Frog is an Australian frog that has a round shape, and hence gets its name. They have small muscular limbs unlike most other frogs, an adaptation to dig into the sand and termite mounds.
Scientific Name – Myobatrachusgouldii
Classification – Myobatrachus
Baby Names – Tadpole, polliwog, froglet
Collective Noun – Army, knot
Length/Size – Up to 45 millimeters (1.8 in)
Life Expectancy – 4-6 years
Special Features – Can eat up to 400 termites at a time
Geographical Distribution – Extreme Southwestern and Western Australia
Natural Habitat – Coastal plains and woodlands
Conservation Status – Least Concern
Diet – Consume exclusively termites
Predators – Larger frogs, snakes, birds of prey