Fowler's toad
A species of North american green toad Scientific name : Anaxyrus fowleri Genus : North american green toad
Fowler's toad, A species of North american green toad
Scientific name: Anaxyrus fowleri
Genus: North american green toad
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Description
Fowler's toad (Anaxyrus fowleri, formerly Bufo fowleri) is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae. The species is native to North America, where it occurs in much of the eastern United States and parts of adjacent Canada. It was previously considered a subspecies of Woodhouse's toad (Anaxyrus woodhousii, formerly Bufo woodhousii ).
General Info
Lifespan
2-12 years
Diet
Fowler's toad primarily consumes small invertebrates, favouring ants, beetles, and spiders. This amphibious species is nocturnal and active hunter, using its long, sticky tongue to seize its prey.
Appearance
Fowler's toad is a medium-sized amphibian with a robust, rounded body and bumpy, dry skin. It’s predominantly brown or gray with asymmetrically arranged dark blotches across its back. A distinctive feature includes two large parotoid glands behind its eyes. Unlike many other species, there are no significant appearance differences due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Fowler's toad exhibits primarily nocturnal behavior, known for its solitary nature. Their survival behavior includes burrowing to escape predation and harsh weather conditions. Breeding is usually Instigated by rainfall, characterized by the male's distinctive call to attract females. This species is non-territorial, with males often vocalizing and skirmishing with rivals during mating periods.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
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