Argentine toad
A species of South american toads Scientific name : Rhinella arenarum Genus : South american toads
Argentine toad, A species of South american toads
Scientific name: Rhinella arenarum
Genus: South american toads
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Description
Native to South America, the argentine toad is a freshwater amphibian that is commonly found in small ponds and other places with stagnant water. Their loud mating calls help them navigate the spaces around their habitat.
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Lifespan
8-12 years
Diet
Argentine toad is primarily an insectivore, mostly subsisting on a diet of various arthropods. Night-active, it utilizes smell and touch to hunt its prey, favoring beetles, spiders, and worms, showcasing a dietary diversity tailored to its habitat.
Appearance
Argentine toad is a medium-sized toad with bumpy, warty skin. The base color of its skin varies from brown to green, often dappled with darker spots or patches. It is most distinctive for its pronounced cranial crests and the sizable parotoid glands found behind its eyes. Features such as horns, wings, or particular tail structures are not observed in this species. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies observed.
Behavior
Argentine toad exhibits a solitary lifestyle, mainly becoming active at dusk to forage for food, including invertebrates and plant matter. Males of argentine toad display territorial behavior, frequently engaging in vocal competitions. Adaptations, such as calcified dermal spines for camouflage, enhance survival.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True toad Genus
South american toads Species
Argentine toad 
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