Spot(s)

Red-Spotted Toad Ambassador

Spot(s)
Sex:

Male

Arrival:

Coming soon...

Injury / Condition:

N/A

About Spot(s)

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Description

This small, up to 3 inch (76 mm) long toad has round parotoid glands, a characteristic which distinguishes it from other toad species in the region. It tends to be whitish when found in association with limestone, light tan to red around volcanic rocks, to brow with scattered reddish tubercles (raised bumps); the underside is creamy white.

Habitat

A riparian inhabitant, this species is commonly encountered in and around rocky streams. Its flattened body allows it to wedge into narrow rock crevices.

Range

This toad is found from southern Nevada to southwestern Kansas, south to Hidalgo, Mexico, and throughout Baja California. It lives below sea level up to 7000 feet (1980 m).

Life Span

Life expectancy of 8-11 years, with the oldest living up to 11.3 years in captivity.

Prey / Food

Adult red-spotted toads are carnivores that feed primarily on insects, including ants, bees, and beetles. They occasionally feed on smaller amphibians.

Babies / Nests

This is the only toad species native to our region that lays its eggs singly. Tadpoles metamorphose in 6 to 8 weeks.

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