Colorado river toad
A species of Central american toads Scientific name : Incilius alvarius Genus : Central american toads
Colorado river toad, A species of Central american toads
Scientific name: Incilius alvarius
Genus: Central american toads
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Description
A nocturnal hunter, the colorado river toad feeds on smaller amphibians, lizards, and insects, even feasting on stinging bugs. The skin of this toad, like many toads, contains toxins that help to protect it against would-be predators. Commonly found in woodland areas, the colorado river toad requires a water habitat, such as a pond or canal, for breeding.
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Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Colorado river toad has a carnivorous dietary behavior, subsisting predominantly on various small invertebrates. It exhibits a high preference for ants, beetles, and spiders, using its specialized tongue to capture these prey.
Appearance
Colorado river toad is a robust, medium-sized toad with a dry, bumpy skin. Predominantly varying shades of brown, it often has darker blotchy patterns to aid in camouflage. It sports a rounded body, stout limbs, and a bulbous gland behind each eye, known as parotoid glands, which produce a toxic secretion. No notable variations exist between different genders, ages, or subspecies.
Behavior
Colorado river toad exhibits nocturnal, solitary behavior, largely emerging after rainfall to forage or reproduce. With a distinct call for mating, they are known for their male-led choruses. This species uses its toxic parotoid gland secretions for defense against predators, a unique survival adaptation.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True toad Genus
Central american toads Species
Colorado river toad 
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