# Fowler's Toad (*Anaxyrus fowleri*) Fowler's Toad is a small, cute toad that loves to sit in the sun! They have a unique call that sounds like a musical trill. - **Category:** [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/amphibian) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 2/5 · Low - **Snaps:** 143 - **Habitat:** Wetlands and sandy areas - **Also known as:** Fowler's Toadlet ![Fowler's Toad](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771424545/objects/5658.jpg) ## Appearance The Fowler's Toad has warty skin, typically grey, brown, or olive green with dark spots, each containing three or more warts. Its belly is usually pale white or light grey, often with a single dark chest spot. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Amphibia - **Order:** Anura - **Family:** Bufonidae - **Genus:** Anaxyrus ## Interesting facts - Fowler's Toads often gather in large groups during rainy nights to breed. - Male Fowler's Toads sing loud, nasal "waaaah" calls to attract mates! - They swallow their shed skin to regain nutrients and leave no trace! - Unlike most amphibians, these toads can tolerate slightly salty, brackish water. ## Special abilities - **Toxic Shield:** Fowler's Toad has glands behind its eyes that release a mild toxin to deter predators. - **Burrow Master:** Fowler's Toad can dig backwards into sandy soil with its hind legs for shelter and moisture. - **Skin Drinker:** Fowler's Toad absorbs water directly through its permeable skin, never needing to drink with its mouth. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 5-9.5 cm - **Weight:** 0.028-0.056 kg - **Lifespan:** 3-5 years - **Speed:** 1 km/h - **Clutch Size:** 4000-12000 - **Metamorphosis:** 30-45 days ## Diet & Feeding These toads primarily feast on small insects and other invertebrates found on the ground. - **Primary Foods:** beetles, ants, spiders, crickets, slugs, caterpillars - **Foraging Method:** Ambush ## Ecological connections - **Eaten by:** Common Gartersnake (*Thamnophis sirtalis*) — A common predator that can tolerate the toad's mild toxins. - **Eaten by:** [Raccoon](https://www.snappit.app/explore/raccoon) (*Procyon lotor*) — An opportunistic predator that preys on toads near water. - **Hunts:** Silky Ant (*Formica fusca*) — Fowler's Toads frequently consume various ant species. - **Hunts:** [Ground Beetle](https://www.snappit.app/explore/ground-beetle) (*Carabus nemoralis*) — Beetles are a significant part of the toad's invertebrate diet. ## Traits - [Wildlife](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/wildlife): Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats. - [Singing](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/singing): Singing animals produce complex vocalizations, often for purposes of attracting mates, defending territory, or communicating within their species. - [Camouflaged](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/camouflaged): Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment. - [Colorful](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/colorful): Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors. - [Insectivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/insectivorous): This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates. - [Wetland](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/wetland): This habitat trait identifies species found in wetlands, which are areas of land saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, including marshes, swamps, and bogs. - [Nocturnal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/nocturnal): Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day. ## Collections - [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/amphibians) - [Reptiles & Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/reptiles-and-amphibians) ## Safety **Danger:** 2/5 · Low Look but don’t touch. Keep a safe distance and wash hands after exploring. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify Fowler's Toad? Check the toe pads, leg length, eye markings, back pattern and body shape. Don't lean on color: some frogs change shade to match their surroundings. Frog Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details. ### How long is Fowler's Toad? 5-9.5 cm ### How much does Fowler's Toad weigh? 0.028-0.056 kg ### How long does Fowler's Toad live? 3-5 years ### How fast can Fowler's Toad move? 1 km/h ### What does Fowler's Toad eat? These toads primarily feast on small insects and other invertebrates found on the ground. ### Where is Fowler's Toad usually found? Wetlands and sandy areas ### How does Fowler's Toad hunt? Ambush ## Where to spot - [Abbott Farm Historic District](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/abbott-farm-historic-district) — New Jersey, US · Historic District - [Advance Mills](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/advance-mills) — Virginia, US · Neighborhood - [Alabama City Wall Street Historic District](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/alabama-city-wall-street-historic-district) — Alabama, US · Historic District - [Anderson University](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/anderson-university) — South Carolina, US · Campus - [Batesville East Main Historic District](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/batesville-east-main-historic-district) — Arkansas, US · Historic District - [Blackbird State Forest](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/blackbird-state-forest) — Delaware, US · Forest [View all places to see Fowler's Toad](https://www.snappit.app/guides/where-to-see/fowler-s-toad) ## More Amphibians - [Eastern Red-backed Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-red-backed-salamander) (*Plethodon cinereus*) - [California Slender Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/california-slender-salamander) (*Batrachoseps attenuatus*) - [Cuban Tree Frog](https://www.snappit.app/explore/cuban-tree-frog) (*Osteopilus septentrionalis*) - [European Toad](https://www.snappit.app/explore/european-toad) (*Bufo bufo*) --- Source: [Fowler's Toad: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/fowler-s-toad)