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American Toad

Bufo americanus

Photo by JC_Forester
Published on Project Noah
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Description:

The eastern American toad is a medium-sized toad usually ranging in size from 5–9 cm; record 11.1 centimeters. The color and pattern is somewhat variable. Skin color can change depending on humidity, stress, and temperature. Color changes range from yellow to brown to black.

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Nice portrait; the first photo makes me want to think up a caption!

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