midwife toad
US /ˈmɪd.waɪf ˌtoʊd/
UK /ˈmɪd.waɪf ˌtoʊd/
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助产蟾蜍
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.
雄性助产蟾蜍小心翼翼地把卵背在背上。
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Midwife toads are known for their unique parental care.
助产蟾蜍以其独特的亲代抚育方式而闻名。