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Sonoran Desert Toad

Incilius alvarius

Photo by AshleyT
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33.4399, -111.579

Field Notes

Description:

The largest toad in the US, and contains a poison that has paralyzed and killed full grown dogs. Olive colored all over with large paratoid glands. Also known at the Colorado River Toad.

Habitat:

Found on the road at night in the desert.

Reference Links:

Colorado River toad

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