{"product_id":"duttaphrynus-melanostictus-sitting-skeleton","title":"Duttaphrynus melanostictus Toad Skeleton | A1 Quality | Dry-Preserved Sitting SKELETON","description":"\u003ch3\u003eA1 Quality Amphibian Skeleton Specimen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDuttaphrynus melanostictus\u003c\/em\u003e (Asian Common Toad) – A museum-quality toad skeleton specimen in A1 condition, expertly dry-preserved in a sitting presentation, ideal for natural history collectors, herpetologists, educators, and artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDuttaphrynus melanostictus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asian Common Toad \/ Black-spined Toad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bufonidae (true toads)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuality grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e A1 – Premium condition with excellent preservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry-preserved sitting skeleton, unmounted, ready for display or study\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural history collections, herpetological study, educational displays, cabinet of curiosities, specimen art, creative projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Specimen\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDuttaphrynus melanostictus\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most widespread and abundant toads in Asia, found from the Indian subcontinent through Southeast Asia to southern China and the Indonesian archipelago. Recognised by its warty skin, prominent black-tipped tubercles, and large parotoid glands, it is a highly adaptable species equally at home in forest, farmland, and urban environments. Presented in a sitting form — replicating the species’ characteristic resting posture with forelimbs braced and hindlimbs folded — this skeleton offers the most naturalistic and display-ready configuration, clearly revealing the bufonid pectoral girdle, robust limb proportions, and fused urostyle with exceptional anatomical precision. A precise and enduring addition to any serious natural history collection or educational display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for herpetologists, anatomists, naturalists, natural history collectors, educators, artists, and interior designers seeking authentic specimens with genuine scientific and aesthetic value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BugsDirect","offers":[{"title":"Pack of 1","offer_id":46814240112829,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 3","offer_id":46814240145597,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5","offer_id":46814240178365,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1228\/7064\/files\/duttaphrynusmelanostictusJvsklet.jpg?v=1779430141","url":"https:\/\/www.bugsdirect.com\/products\/duttaphrynus-melanostictus-sitting-skeleton","provider":"BugsDirect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}