Fowler's Toads in North Louisiana
Did you know Fowler’s toads burrow underground?
Fowler's Toads
at
a Glance
Key Features:
Fowler's toads are small, brown/gray amphibians with dry, warty skin and short legs.
Least Concern - Population Stable
Habitat:
Agricultural areas, floodplains, river valleys, and wooded areas
nesting habits:
Fowler's toads lay up to 10,000 eggs in shallow water in summer.
seasons fowler's toads are active in our area:
Spring, summer
Diet:
Crickets, dragonflies, earthworms, flies, ladybugs, moth, roaches, and rolly pollies
hunting Behavior:
Fowler's toads hunt at night.
Commonly Confused With:
American Toads
Fowler’s toads are often confused with American 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.