What is Nimbaphrynoides?
Q: What is Nimbaphrynoides?
A: Nimbaphrynoides is a genus of true toads.
Q: Where do Nimbaphrynoides toads live?
A: Nimbaphrynoides toads live in the highlands in the Mount Nimba region of the West African countries of Guinea, Liberia and Côte d'Ivoire.
Q: Why are Nimbaphrynoides toads critically endangered?
A: Nimbaphrynoides toads are critically endangered due to habitat loss, and iron and bauxite mining in their small ranges.
Q: What is special about the reproduction of Nimbaphrynoides toads?
A: Nimbaphrynoides toads are viviparous, which means they have internal fertilisation, and the female gives birth to fully developed, tiny toadlets.
Q: Are Nimbaphrynoides toads the only frogs or toads that do not lay eggs?
A: Yes, Nimbaphrynoides and Nectophrynoides are the only frogs/toads that do not lay eggs.
Q: What is the difference between viviparous and oviparous animals?
A: Viviparous animals give birth to live young, while oviparous animals lay eggs.
Q: Where can Nimbaphrynoides toads be found in West Africa?
A: Nimbaphrynoides toads can be found in the highlands in the Mount Nimba region of the West African countries of Guinea, Liberia and Côte d'Ivoire.
