midwife toad
US /ˈmɪd.waɪf ˌtoʊd/
UK /ˈmɪd.waɪf ˌtoʊd/
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ropucha położna
a small, nocturnal, terrestrial toad (genus Alytes) native to Europe, known for the male's unusual habit of carrying the strings of eggs wrapped around his hind legs until they hatch
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The male midwife toad carefully carries the eggs on his back.
Samiec ropuchy położnej ostrożnie nosi jaja na grzbiecie.
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Midwife toads are known for their unique parental care.
Ropuchy położne są znane z unikalnej opieki rodzicielskiej.