Amargosa Toad
Amargosa toad is a true toad species belonging to the family Bufonidae, endemic to Nevada, United States. The species is nocturnal.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Anura |
| Family | Bufonidae |
| Genus | Anaxyrus |
| Scientific Name | Anaxyrus nelsoni |
| Size | 3 to 5 in |
| Color | Buff to olive background color with a light stripe on the back along the backbone; whitish underside with scattered blotches that blends above the legs |
| Distribution | Nevada (United States) |
| Habitat | Along a 10-mile stretch of the Amargosa River in the Oasis Valley, Nevada and small areas of the nearby upland springs |
| Diet | Insects, spiders, scorpions |
| Predators | Bullfrog, crayfish, catfish |
| Breeding Season | February to June |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Clutch Size | Up to 6.000 eggs |
| Incubation Period | 1 to 2 weeks |
| Metamorphosis Period | Around 4 to 8 weeks |
| Reproductive Age | 2 to 3 years of age |
| Average Lifespan | 9 to 12 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Endangered |
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