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about the corners. A fine white glandular streak from nostrils 
to the outer angle of the eyes, extending along the sides of the 
body. Ina few specimens a similar dorso-median streak is occa- 
sionally present. 
Spiracle.—Situated in the midventral line, large and broadly 
‘““A’’-shaped, opening directed backwards and is far from the 
snout. Behind, another pore involved in the lower caudal crest 
is present, marked abdominal pore in figure B. There is reason 
to suppose this to represent a secondary spiracle. Water comes 
out in two streams as may be experimented with carmine solution. 
Vent.—Slightly sinistral, inconspicuous, covered over by the 
lower tail lobe. 
Tail.—Muscular portion thick at the root and ends in a very 
lic. 1—Tadpoles of Microhyla rubra. 
A. Dorsal view. B. Ventral view. 
fine flagellum. At the greatest width, ie. between the thighs, 
the ventral crest is more than four times the upper membrane. 
‘ The former begins behind the spiracle and surrounds the second 
pore. The lobes are delicate and transparent. 
Colour.—live specimens are olive above, beautifully mar- 
bled. Spirit specimens do not, however, show this delicate 
scheme of colour. Following the glandular line of the head and 
body, is a dark band which throws it in relief. Limbs barred. A 
brown band across the thighs. Abdomen immaculate, occasionally 
the throat is bronzed. 
Dimensions.—The following are the average measurements 
of four tadpoles with well-developed hind limbs :— 
