Micro Frog
Microbatrachella capensis
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyPyxicephalidae (African Box-headed Frogs)
- GenusMicrobatrachella
- SpeciesMicrobatrachella capensis (Micro Frog)
About the Micro Frog
The micro frog (Microbatrachella capensis), or Cape Flats frog, is a species of frog less than 2 cm (0.8 in) long in the family Pyxicephalidae, in the monotypic genus Microbatrachella. Its color varies from rufous brown with dark mottling, to tan or green, depending on the population. It is endemic to the south-western Cape area of South Africa, with a single population found on the Cape Flats of Cape Town and several populations on the eastern side of False Bay. It typically lives in wetlands in coastal fynbos habitats, but its total area of occupancy is very small, and the International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated it as being "critically endangered".
The micro frog is a very small frog with a rounded snout and smooth skin. At around 18 mm (0.71 in) long, it is one of the smallest regional species. The dorsal surface is dark brown speckled with pale brown, and there is a pale band of color running down each flank. There is a dark bar between the eyes and a narrow pale line along the spine. The underparts are pale brown and the belly spotted with white.
The micro frog is endemic to the south-western Cape area of South Africa... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Micro Frog in Table Mountain National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Table Mountain National Park | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Micro Frog in Table Mountain National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Micro Frog sighting in Table Mountain National Park, based on 97 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Micro Frog in Table Mountain National Park?
August has the highest sighting rate for Micro Frog in Table Mountain National Park in our monthly data.