Plateau toad
A species of North american green toad Scientific name : Anaxyrus compactilis Genus : North american green toad
Plateau toad, A species of North american green toad
Scientific name: Anaxyrus compactilis
Genus: North american green toad
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Description
Anaxyrus compactilis (common name: plateau toad) is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae. It is endemic to Mexico. It is a little know species associated with desert and shrubland. It is threatened by habitat loss caused by conversion of land for agriculture.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Plateau toad thrives on a diet primarily comprised of arthropods, with centipedes and spiders forming a substantial portion. Seasonal availability greatly influences the species' dietary repertoire.
Appearance
Plateau toad is a relatively small, stout-bodied amphibian with rough, warty skin. Predominantly dark brown or grayish-black, it often exhibits lighter spots arranged in rows. It has a pair of large, kidney-shaped parotoid glands behind its eyes, which distinguish it from other similar species. No significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies have been observed.
Behavior
Plateau toad is primarily a nocturnal operator, engaging in foraging and navigation activities under the cover of darkness. It has a solitary lifestyle, seldom interacting with other individuals except during breeding season. Its survival strategy revolves around staying concealed within its natural habitat's terrains, resorting to quick, short hops to escape potential dangers.
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