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The website is dedicated to the frogs of Borneo and their larval forms. It covers species in an easy to access form with basic biological information and imagery, if available. Our mission: Easy access, easy use, unique imagery, and reliable information. We want to serve a broad range of users.
Discover the elusive Kinabalu Horned Frog of Borneo. Learn about its unique adaptations, habitat, and conservation status in this detailed guide.
Bornean Horned Frog. (Megophrys nasuta) (Schlegel) Description: A very stocky, medium-sized to large frog, with short, slender legs. The width of the head is half the head-plus-body length. The "horn" is very wide, pointed, triangular projection from the edge of the eyelid.
The long-nosed horned frog (Pelobatrachus nasutus), also known as the Malayan horned frog or Malayan leaf frog is a species of frog restricted to the rainforest areas of southern Thailand and Peninsular Malaysia to Singapore, Sumatra, and Borneo.
Much less conspicuous than its giant relative, the Malayan horned frog or horned toad (Megophrys nasuta) blends with the surrounding vegetation. By changing its colour, it mimics the colour of leaves on the forest floor. This frog’s physical characteristics help it to hide - sharply pointed ‘horns’ above each eye reinforce its camouflage.
The Kinabalu horned frog or Balu spadefoot toad (Xenophrys baluensis) is a species of amphibian in the Megophryidae family. It is endemic to northeastern Borneo in Sabah, Malaysia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and rivers.
May 29, 2024 · In the nighttime jungle of Borneo, when your headlamp catches a reflection in the forest floor, it is most likely the Bornean Horned Frog (Pelobatrachus nasutus). These frogs are incredibly beautiful, yet not difficult to observe, as we spotted over 20 individuals in a single night.
