Larval Amphibians - Frogs and Toads
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Psuedacris crucifer - Tadpole length 50-77mm; eyes dorsal
- Tadpole length 24-32mm; eyes lateral
- Body greenish brown with gold flecks; light coloured belly; tail musculature same colour as body
- Tail fin transparent or orange tinted with black reticulations and mottling near edges (varies from faint to bold)
- Intestinal coil visible; vent dextral; tooth rows: 2/2 or 2/3
- Eggs: laid separately or in clusters of 2-3 eggs anchored to vegetation; deposited in shallow water throughout habitat
- Habitat: shallow, often temporary woodland ponds; shallow margins of larger bodies of water are also used
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