Safety note: Secretes skin toxins when handled.
The Gulf Coast Toad is a robust, warty amphibian found primarily along the Gulf Coast. It is highly adaptable, often observed near human habitats.
Habitat
Found in moist environments such as drainage ditches and grasslands.
Diet
Eats a variety of insects and small invertebrates.
How common
Common
Best time to see a Gulf Coast Toad
The best time to see a Gulf Coast Toad is March–July, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 43,601 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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