Southern toad
A species of North american green toad Scientific name : Anaxyrus terrestris Genus : North american green toad
Southern toad, A species of North american green toad
Scientific name: Anaxyrus terrestris
Genus: North american green toad
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Description
The southern toad (Bufo terrestris or Anaxyrus terrestris) is a true toad native to the southeastern United States, from eastern Louisiana and southeastern Virginia south to Florida. It often lives in areas with sandy soils. It is nocturnal and spends the day in a burrow. Its coloring is usually brown but can be red, gray, or black. It is approximately 8Â cm (3Â inches) long.
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Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Southern toad predominantly consumes small invertebrates, with a particular affinity for ants and beetles. The species also supplements its diet with other arthropods, specifically spiders and centipedes, optimizing nutrient intake.
Appearance
The southern toad is a small amphibian, traditionally brown-black in color with a somewhat bumpy, wart-like textured skin. Its body is rounded and squat, including a short tail. A characteristic feature are two conspicuous ridges running down the length of its back. There are no significant differences in appearances due to age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Southern toad is largely solitary, active nocturnally, known for its burrowing lifestyle. It forages under ground litter for food, primarily consuming various invertebrates. A notable defense behavior is its secretion of toxic skin compounds when threatened, aiding survival in diverse habitats.
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