Facts about Gulf Coast Toads
The Gulf Coast Toad is native to Mexico around the Gulf of Mexico region. Like most toads, the gulf coast toad is an opportunistic carnivore. It will eat almost any small arthropod it is able to overpower and swallow. Gulf coast toads are a medium sized toad species, ranging from 2" to 4" in length. Some exceptional specimens may reach 5 inches. Their back varies in color from nearly black, to shades of brown and grey with a distinctive white or yellowish colored stripe down the center, and sometimes lighter colored patches on the sides. It is found in a wide range of habitats including: open grassland, semi-arid regions, light forest, and even suburban backyards. They are typically found not far from a permanent water source, which they use for breeding in the spring, but they are capable of travelling long distances while foraging for food. Their underside is yellow or cream colored. Scientific name of this toad is Bufo valliceps. Like most toads breeding of this toad takes place from March to September. The most distinguishing characteristic of the Gulf Coast Toad is the dark lateral (side) stripe running the full length of the toad behind the eye. The color of Gulf Coast Toad varies from almost black to brownish-yellow. It has a deep valley between the eyes. It has a light middorsal stripe is present like in many other species of toads. |
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