Korean Fire Bellied Toad TADPOLES
Bombina orientalis, commonly referred to as the Oriental fire-bellied toad, is a captivating amphibian species native to East Asia, particularly China and Korea. This small toad stands out for its striking coloration, featuring bright green to turquoise dorsal skin adorned with vivid black and orange markings. Its ventral side is characterized by a fiery orange or red hue, serving as a warning signal to potential predators. Oriental fire-bellied toads inhabit wetlands, marshes, and slow-moving water bodies. They are semi-aquatic and spend much of their time in water, where they hunt for a diet primarily consisting of insects and small invertebrates. In captivity, Oriental fire-bellied toads are popular as exotic pets, but their wild populations face threats from habitat loss and environmental degradation.
Bombina orientalis, commonly referred to as the Oriental fire-bellied toad, is a captivating amphibian species native to East Asia, particularly China and Korea. This small toad stands out for its striking coloration, featuring bright green to turquoise dorsal skin adorned with vivid black and orange markings. Its ventral side is characterized by a fiery orange or red hue, serving as a warning signal to potential predators. Oriental fire-bellied toads inhabit wetlands, marshes, and slow-moving water bodies. They are semi-aquatic and spend much of their time in water, where they hunt for a diet primarily consisting of insects and small invertebrates. In captivity, Oriental fire-bellied toads are popular as exotic pets, but their wild populations face threats from habitat loss and environmental degradation.
Bombina orientalis, commonly referred to as the Oriental fire-bellied toad, is a captivating amphibian species native to East Asia, particularly China and Korea. This small toad stands out for its striking coloration, featuring bright green to turquoise dorsal skin adorned with vivid black and orange markings. Its ventral side is characterized by a fiery orange or red hue, serving as a warning signal to potential predators. Oriental fire-bellied toads inhabit wetlands, marshes, and slow-moving water bodies. They are semi-aquatic and spend much of their time in water, where they hunt for a diet primarily consisting of insects and small invertebrates. In captivity, Oriental fire-bellied toads are popular as exotic pets, but their wild populations face threats from habitat loss and environmental degradation.