Pelophryne
murudensis
is exclusively known from Gunung Murud, from where
it has been described recently (Das 2008). Due to
its limited range, it can be considered a rare and
endangered species.
Adult males measure approx. 2.5 cm snout-vent length. The digits are swollen but not dilated. Finger I is without a free phalange; webbing on Toe V goes to tip. Subarticular tubercles are distinct.
Adult males measure approx. 2.5 cm snout-vent length. The digits are swollen but not dilated. Finger I is without a free phalange; webbing on Toe V goes to tip. Subarticular tubercles are distinct.
Only males of this species are known, all collected
from montane forests, from edges of forest trails.
They were found calling from leaves, 5 cm to 2 m
above substrate, between 1900–2200 h. Call is a
continuous trill.
The larval stages of the new Pelophryne remain unknown.
The larval stages of the new Pelophryne remain unknown.