Did you know that American toads are solitary?
American Toads
at
a Glance
Key Features:
American toads are small, brown/gray amphibians with dry, warty skin and short legs.
Least Concern - Population Stable
Habitat:
Forests, gardens, parks, and wetlands
nesting habits:
American toads lay up to 8,000 eggs in shallow water in summer.
seasons american toads are active in our area:
Spring, summer
Diet:
Ants, crickets, mealworms, slugs, spiders, and worms
hunting Behavior:
American toads hunt by pouncing on their prey.
Commonly Confused With:
Fowler’s Toads
American toads are often confused with Fowler’s toads because both are small, warty brown/gray amphibians.
American toads have one or two warts per blotch on their backs. Fowler’s toads have more warts per blotch on their backs.