Checklist of Amphibian Species and Identification
Guide
Southern Toad, Bufo terrestris
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| The Southern Toad is a medium sized toad reaching lengths around 3 inches
or more. This toad can easily be distinguished from other toads in the
southeast by the shape of its cranial crests. These form knobs in the
area between the eyes (see diagram), and when seen from the right direction
they give the impression that the toad has horns. These knobs are not
well developed, however, on young specimens. Their coloration varies from
brick red to brown or light gray. Sometimes there is a light line down
the middle of the back which usually becomes diffuse toward the back.
Males have throats that are darker than the rest of the underside. |
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| Southern Toads breed from March to October in temporary pools
and flooded meadows, and can be heard caling on warm, humid nights.
Eggs hatch in 1-3 days and the tadpoles take 1-2 months to develop
into toadlets |
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