South american common toad
A species of South american toads Scientific name : Rhinella margaritifera Genus : South american toads
South american common toad, A species of South american toads
Scientific name: Rhinella margaritifera
Genus: South american toads
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Description
The South American common toad (Rhinella margaritifera; also mitred toad, in Spanish sapo crestado) is a species complex of toads in the family Bufonidae. They are found throughout the Amazonian South America (Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela) and eastern Panama. It was originally believed to be a single species, but is now known to represent a complex of more than one.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
South american common toad predominantly consumes a diet of small invertebrates, notably ants and termites. This feed preference characterizes its nocturnal scavenging behavior, resulting from its specific adaptations to a carnivorous diet.
Appearance
South american common toad is a moderately sized toad with warty, rugged skin. Its significant physical feature is the parotoid gland behind each eye. Its color is predominantly dark brown, often with patches or mottling of lighter brown or gray. Males are smaller than females, and both genders exhibit spiny projections on the skin during the breeding season.
Behavior
South american common toad is an aquatic toad, exhibiting nocturnal and secretive behaviors. It typically hides during the day under leaf litter or logs near bodies of water. The species is largely terrestrial but returns to water to reproduce. Males demonstrate territorial behavior, emitting long trills when defending their territory. This species exhibits explosive breeding after heavy rainfall. The females tend to be larger than males.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True toad Genus
South american toads Species
South american common toad 
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