European Green Toad
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European Green Toad
Bufo viridis
The European Green Toad is a cute little toad that loves warm weather! They often sit in sunny spots to soak up the sun.
Habitat: Grasslands and gardens
Appearance
The European Green Toad has smooth, warty skin, strikingly patterned with olive-green or dark green blotches over a light grey or whitish background. Its distinct coloring helps it camouflage in grassy environments and sandy areas.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAmphibiaOrderAnuraFamilyBufonidaeGenusBufotes
Category
AmphibiansRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Female toads can lay thousands of eggs in long, jelly-like strings in the water!
Their unique call sounds like a rapidly trilling whistle, not a typical croak!
They can change their skin color slightly to blend even better with their surroundings!
Unlike most amphibians, these toads can live far from water, even in very dry grasslands!
Special abilities
Ability
Defense Slime
European Green Toad has special glands that produce a mild toxin, making them taste bad to predators and deterring attacks.
Ability
Brackish Bather
European Green Toad can survive in slightly salty, or brackish, water, an unusual ability for an amphibian!
Ability
Burrow Builder
European Green Toad can dig burrows to escape heat and cold, helping them survive harsh weather conditions.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 5-9 cm
- Weight
- 0.02-0.07 kg
- Lifespan
- 7-12 years
- Top Speed
- 0.5 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 2000-15000
- Metamorphosis
- 40-70 days
Diet & Feeding
This toad loves to munch on many kinds of small insects and other tiny creatures.
Primary Foods
- Beetles
- Ants
- Spiders
- Slugs
- Worms
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
eaten by
Grass Snake
Natrix natrix
A common predator, snakes like to hunt these toads.
eaten by
Grey Heron
Ardea cinerea
Large wading birds like herons prey on toads near water.
eats
Red Wood Ant
Formica rufa
Toads often eat ants, especially if they are abundant.
eats
Golden Ground Beetle
Carabus auratus
Ground beetles are a favorite meal for these toads.
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Singing
Singing animals produce complex vocalizations, often for purposes of attracting mates, defending territory, or communicating within their species.
Camouflaged
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Also known as
Common Green Toad
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is European Green Toad?
5-9 cm
How much does European Green Toad weigh?
0.02-0.07 kg
How long does European Green Toad live?
7-12 years
How fast can European Green Toad move?
0.5 km/h
What does European Green Toad eat?
This toad loves to munch on many kinds of small insects and other tiny creatures.
Where is European Green Toad usually found?
Grasslands and gardens
How does European Green Toad hunt?
Ambush
How many eggs does European Green Toad lay?
2000-15000
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