Puerto rican crested toad
A species of Peltophryne, Also known as Ridge-headed toad Scientific name : Peltophryne lemur Genus : Peltophryne
Puerto rican crested toad, A species of Peltophryne
Also known as:
Ridge-headed toad
Scientific name: Peltophryne lemur
Genus: Peltophryne
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Photo By U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Southeast Region , used under PUBLIC-DOMAIN /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
Once believed to be extinct, the puerto rican crested toad (Peltophryne lemur) is a critically endangered species of that currently exists in only three small ranges on Puerto Rico. The main threats to its survival are habitat loss and invasive species; they were once the only toad on the island before the introduction of the Cane toad. The species is currently being bred in zoos and slowly being reintroduced into the wild in strategic locations.
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General Info
Lifespan
12-16 years
Diet
Puerto rican crested toad primarily feeds on a diet rich in insects. These include ants, beetles and other small invertebrates, which it captures by flicking its long, sticky tongue.
Appearance
Puerto rican crested toad is a robust, medium-sized toad with a smooth, warty skin. On average, it reaches 3 to 4 inches in body length. It sports an earthy brown coloration which may have blotches of a darker shade, aiding in its camouflage. The toad displays a characteristic snout, rounded at the tip. Notably, it possesses a sharp 'crest' effect on its forehead and upper eyelids. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Puerto rican crested toad is a predominantly nocturnal species, showing a tendency towards solitary living. Its days are typically spent hidden under leaf litter or in burrows, emerging at night to forage for food, mainly insects and small invertebrates. Marking territory through skin secretions, it communicates majorly through acoustically-complex calls. Despite a generally elusive nature, this species exhibits vigorous defensive displays when threatened.
Population
Decreasing
Photo By U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Southeast Region , used under PUBLIC-DOMAIN /Cropped and compressed from original 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True toad Genus
Peltophryne Species
Puerto rican crested toad 
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