Truebella facts for kids

Truebella is a special group of true toads. These small amphibians live far away in Peru, a country in South America. You can find them in the Ayacucho and Junín areas.

Meet the Truebella Toads

Truebella is a genus of toads. A genus is like a family name for different types of animals that are closely related. These toads are part of the Bufonidae family, which includes many different kinds of true toads found all over the world.

Where Do Truebella Toads Live?

These unique toads are found only in Peru. They live in specific areas called the Ayacucho and Junín regions. These regions are known for their varied landscapes, which can include mountains and valleys. Toads often prefer damp places, like near water sources or in forests, but the exact habitats of Truebella toads are still being studied.

Species of Truebella

There are only two known types, or species, of Truebella toads. Both were discovered and named by scientists Graybeal and Cannatella in 1995.

• Truebella skoptes
• Truebella tothastes

Scientists give each species a special two-part name, like Truebella skoptes. This helps everyone around the world know exactly which animal they are talking about.

Amphibians: What Are They?

Truebella toads are amphibians. Amphibians are a group of animals that can live both in water and on land. They usually start their lives in water, like tadpoles, and then change as they grow to live on land as adults. Toads are a type of amphibian that often has dry, bumpy skin, unlike frogs which usually have smoother, wetter skin.

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In Spanish: Truebella para niños