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Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad

Gastrophryne carolinensis

The Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad is a small, cute toad that loves to hide in the grass. It has a special narrow mouth that helps it eat tiny bugs and worms.

Habitat: Wetlands

Appearance

The Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad is a small, plump amphibian with a distinctive pointed snout and a fold of skin behind its head. Its smooth, grayish-brown to reddish-brown skin often has dark blotches or a light stripe, providing subtle camouflage.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAmphibiaOrderAnuraFamilyMicrohylidaeGenusGastrophryne
Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad
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Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad

Category

Amphibians

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

7

Interesting facts

Their super sticky tongue is perfect for snatching up thousands of tiny ants!

They have a special fold of skin behind their head to keep dirt out of their eyes while burrowing!

This little toad's cry sounds just like a bleating lamb or buzzing wasp!

When food is scarce, they can stay underground for months, waiting for rain!

Special abilities

Ability

Sticky Shield

Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad has a special sticky skin secretion that helps deter predators by making them unpalatable.

Ability

Ant Snatcher

Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad can capture tiny ants using its sticky tongue because they are its primary food source.

Ability

Dirt Diver

Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad can dig backwards into soft soil using its hind legs to hide from predators or dry conditions.

Measurements & details

Length
2.2-3.8 cm
Weight
0.002-0.01 kg
Lifespan
3-6 years
Top Speed
0.1 km/h
Clutch Size
500-8000
Metamorphosis
20-70 days

Diet & Feeding

These tiny toads are insectivores, mostly eating ants and other small invertebrates.

Age differences: Tadpoles eat algae and detritus; adults are insectivores.

Primary Foods

  • Ants
  • Termites
  • Small Beetles
  • Mites
  • Spiders

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always wash your hands after touching toads, as their skin can be sensitive.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad?

The easiest way to identify Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How long is Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad?

2.2-3.8 cm

How much does Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad weigh?

0.002-0.01 kg

How long does Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad live?

3-6 years

How fast can Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad move?

0.1 km/h

What does Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad eat?

These tiny toads are insectivores, mostly eating ants and other small invertebrates.

Where is Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad usually found?

Wetlands

How does Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad hunt?

Foraging

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