A medium-sized toad species native to the southwestern United States, characterized by its robust body and distinctive coloration patterns.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Arid and semi-arid regions of Texas, New Mexico, and northeastern Mexico, including grasslands, desert scrublands, and rocky areas with sparse vegetation
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators in regional ecosystems
Morphology
SKIN COATRough, warty skin with varied brown, gray, and green camouflage patterns
LIMBS WINGSShort, muscular limbs with specialized toe pads for terrestrial and semi-aquatic environments
HEAD SENSORYLarge, prominent parotoid glands behind eyes, wide mouth with short, powerful tongue
BODY STRUCTURECompact body with adult length ranging 5-8 cm, weight approximately 20-45 g
