Western Toad
Western toad is a large species of toad found in western North America. Individuals inhabiting lower elevations are nocturnal whereas those dwelling at higher elevations are diurnal. There are two known subspecies of this species.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Anura |
| Family | Bufonidae |
| Genus | Anaxyrus |
| Scientific Name | Anaxyrus boreas |
| Size | 5.6 to 13 cm (2.2 to 5.1 in) |
| Color | Dusky gray or greenish upper surface with a white or cream stripe; mottled underside |
| Distribution | Western North America |
| Habitat | In or near ponds, rivers, streams, lakes, reservoirs in grasslands and mountain meadows at an elevation from sea level to 11000 ft; also found in desert streams and springs |
| Diet | Bees, ants, beetles, grasshoppers, crayfish, arachnids, sowbugs |
| Hibernation Fact | Hibernate during winter |
| Predators | Garter snakes, raccoons, coyotes, birds |
| Breeding Season | Late January to July |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Clutch Size | Up to 17000 eggs |
| Incubation Period | 3 to 12 days |
| Metamorphosis Period | Within 3 months |
| Reproductive Age | Male: Around 3 years of age Female: Around 4 to 5 years of age |
| Average Lifespan | 9 to 11 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
Western Toad Pictures Gallery
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- Anaxyrus Boreas
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- Western Toad Larvae
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- Western Toad Range
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- Western Toad Tadpoles
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- Western Toad
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- Western Toads
Published on April 23rd 2017 by staff under Toads. Article was last reviewed on 30th September 2019.
