Catholic frog
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The Catholic frog (Notaden bennetti) is a species of toad found in eastern Australia. This amphibian is characterized by a distinctive cross-like mark on its back, which is how it earned its name.12
The Catholic frog belongs to the family Myobatrachidae, which comprises about 110 species primarily found in the Australo-Papuan region. These frogs typically inhabit dry areas and spend much of their time living underground, emerging only after significant rainfall. They are relatively small, measuring about 4 cm (1.5 inches) in length, and can be yellow or greenish in color.2
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