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Great Plains Toad

Anaxyrus cognatus

CommonReptile & Amphibian
Illustration of Great Plains Toad (Anaxyrus cognatus)

The Great Plains Toad is a large toad with bold, symmetrical blotches and prominent cranial crests. It breeds explosively after heavy rains in temporary ponds. Its call is a loud, mechanical ratcheting trill.

Habitat
Grasslands, agricultural fields, and sandy desert edges
Diet
Insects and other invertebrates
How common
Common

Best time to see a Great Plains Toad

The best time to see a Great Plains Toad is June–August, when about 74% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 3,906 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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