Description

The southern toad is a common sight in the southeastern half of the state (Powell et al., 2016). Colors often have a reddish tint, and include orange, brown, maroon, or gray. These toads usually dominate southern and coastal counties as the most common species of toad. Their call is much shorter than A. americanus, usually 1-4 seconds (Powell et al., 2016). No subspecies are recognized.

Identifying Traits

• Cranial crests prominent and have distinct knobs (separate from other toads)
• Often some form of reddish hue (not all)

Habitat

Nearly any body of water to breed, open urban areas, woodlands (Powell et al., 2016)

Diet

Various invertebrates