Sonoran green toad
A species of North american green toad Scientific name : Anaxyrus retiformis Genus : North american green toad
Sonoran green toad, A species of North american green toad
Scientific name: Anaxyrus retiformis
Genus: North american green toad
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Description
The Sonoran green toad (Anaxyrus retiformis, in Spanish "sapo verde de Sonora" or "sapo verde sonorense") is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae. It is found in northern Mexico and the southwestern United States.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
The diet of sonoran green toad primarily consists of small invertebrates. Their culinary palette is partial to a diverse array of insects including ants, beetles, spiders, and particularly arachnids. Oftentimes they actively forage for their prey in their natural habitats.
Appearance
Sonoran green toad is a medium-sized toad with a robust, somewhat flattened body and rough, warty skin. Its coloration is predominantly sandy or pale yellow with dark brown or black reticulate patterns. The species features a pair of prominent, kidney-shaped parotoid glands behind the eyes. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Sonoran green toad is primarily nocturnal and displays secretive behavior, usually staying hidden under foliage or in burrows during the day. It's a solitary species, only interacting with other toads during breeding season. Furthermore, its distinctive call, a high-pitched trill, is part of a unique mating behavior.
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