Toad

About

How toad lives

Toads are sturdy amphibians that often live farther from water than many frogs, returning to breed. Many toads have dry-looking bumpy skin and defensive glands behind the eyes. Forest habitats reward animals that can climb, hide, or move quietly through layered vegetation.

Conservation

Status and habitat pressure

Stable populations still depend on habitat quality, food availability, and low human pressure. Protecting toad also depends on keeping forest, grassland habitats healthy and connected.

Common species still depend on habitat quality, clean water, food webs, and low disturbance.

Quick Facts

Things to notice

• Many toads have dry-looking bumpy skin and defensive glands behind the eyes.
• Many amphibians begin life in water and later develop features for life on land.
• Forest habitats reward animals that can climb, hide, or move quietly through layered vegetation.
• Stable populations still depend on habitat quality, food availability, and low human pressure.