Appearance
Adults of ''M. anchietae'' have a snout-to-vent length of about 5 cm.Naming
The specific name, ''anchietae'', is in honor of Portuguese naturalist José Alberto de Oliveira Anchieta, who was an explorer of Africa.Habitat
The preferred natural habitat of ''M. anchietae'' is desert, with aeolian sand dunes and sparse vegetation, at altitudes from sea level to 500 m.Reproduction
''M. anchietae'' is oviparous.Food
''M. anchietae'' preys upon insects, especially small beetles. During dry periods when insects are scarce, it will eat seeds.References:
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