The Western Toad is a large, robust toad of the mountain West. Unlike most toads, it does not have a prominent trill — males produce only a weak chirping call. Populations have declined sharply from chytrid fungus.
Habitat
Mountain meadows, forests, and wetlands from sea level to alpine zones
Diet
Insects, earthworms, and other invertebrates
How common
Common
Best time to see a Western Toad
The best time to see a Western Toad is March–July, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 30,578 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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