# Tomato Frog (*Dyscophus antongilii*) The Tomato Frog is a bright red-orange frog that looks like a little tomato! They are fun to watch as they hop around. - **Category:** [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/amphibian) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 2/5 · Low - **Habitat:** Rainforests - **Also known as:** Red Frog, Tomato Frogs, Tomato Tree Frog ![Tomato Frog](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771426072/objects/5740.jpg) ## Appearance The Tomato Frog is a plump, terrestrial amphibian known for its striking bright red or orange skin, often with a subtle black stripe along its sides. Females are larger and more vividly colored than males. Its unique coloration acts as a warning to predators. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Amphibia - **Order:** Anura - **Family:** Microhylidae - **Genus:** Dyscophus ## Interesting facts - Baby Tomato Frogs are tiny, black tadpoles that grow quickly! - Females are much larger and brighter than the male Tomato Frogs. - Their bright color warns predators they are toxic if eaten! - They spend most of their lives hidden underground or in leaf litter. ## Special abilities - **Puffy Defender:** Tomato Frog can puff up its body like a balloon because of its loose skin that helps them look much bigger and scarier to predators. - **Sticky Shield:** Tomato Frog has sticky, glue-like skin secretions that help them deter predators by making attackers' jaws stick shut. - **Master Burrower:** Tomato Frog can burrow into the soil because of its strong hind legs that help them hide from danger and stay moist. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 6-10.5 cm - **Weight:** 0.03-0.2 kg - **Lifespan:** 6-10 years - **Speed:** 4 km/h - **Clutch Size:** 1000-1500 - **Metamorphosis:** 45-60 days ## Diet & Feeding Tomato Frogs are insectivores, snatching up various small creepy-crawlies with their long, sticky tongue. - **Primary Foods:** crickets, beetles, spiders, flies, worms - **Foraging Method:** Ambush ## Ecological connections - **Eaten by:** Madagascar Hognose Snake (*Leioheterodon madagascariensis*) — Snakes are a natural predator, despite their defenses. - **Eaten by:** Malagasy Civet (*Fossa fossana*) — Small carnivores occasionally prey on these frogs. - **Hunts:** African Field Cricket (*Gryllus bimaculatus*) — Crabs are a primary food source for adult Tomato Frogs. ## Traits - [Wildlife](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/wildlife): Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats. - [Camouflaged](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/camouflaged): Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment. - [Insectivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/insectivorous): This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates. - [Hibernating](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/hibernating): Hibernating animals enter a state of metabolic depression during cold periods or when food is scarce, characterized by reduced body temperature and activity. - [Rainforest](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/rainforest): This habitat trait refers to species found in tropical rainforests, characterized by high annual rainfall, high biodiversity, and dense tree cover. - [Freshwater](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/freshwater): Freshwater habitats include non-saline aquatic environments such as rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands, vital for numerous species. - [Toxic](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/toxic): Toxic organisms contain substances that are poisonous and can cause adverse effects upon exposure. - [Nocturnal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/nocturnal): Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day. ## Collections - [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/amphibians) - [Reptiles & Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/reptiles-and-amphibians) ## Safety **Danger:** 2/5 · Low Look but don’t touch. Keep a safe distance and wash hands after exploring. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify Tomato Frog? Check the toe pads, leg length, eye markings, back pattern and body shape. Don't lean on color: some frogs change shade to match their surroundings. Frog Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details. ### How long is Tomato Frog? 6-10.5 cm ### How much does Tomato Frog weigh? 0.03-0.2 kg ### How long does Tomato Frog live? 6-10 years ### How fast can Tomato Frog move? 4 km/h ### What does Tomato Frog eat? Tomato Frogs are insectivores, snatching up various small creepy-crawlies with their long, sticky tongue. ### Where is Tomato Frog usually found? Rainforests ### How does Tomato Frog hunt? Ambush ## More Amphibians - [Eastern Red-backed Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-red-backed-salamander) (*Plethodon cinereus*) - [California Slender Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/california-slender-salamander) (*Batrachoseps attenuatus*) - [Cuban Tree Frog](https://www.snappit.app/explore/cuban-tree-frog) (*Osteopilus septentrionalis*) - [European Toad](https://www.snappit.app/explore/european-toad) (*Bufo bufo*) --- Source: [Tomato Frog: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/tomato-frog)