
Oak Toad
Meet the tiny toad that jumps into adventure!

The Basics
Scientific Name
Anaxyrus quercicus
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Location
Southeastern United States
Average size
0.8 to 1.3 inches long
diet
Insects and small invertebrates
lifespan
Up to 4 years
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Overview
The Oak Toad is a small but mighty amphibian that hops around parts of North America. These tiny toads grow to be about 0.8 to 1.3 inches long, making them worthy of the title of pocket-sized pals!
Oak Toads belong to the class Amphibia, which means they spend part of their lives in water and part on land. They follow in the footsteps of other famous amphibians, like frogs and salamanders, but they have their own unique charm!
These critters munch on a variety of tasty treats, such as insects and small invertebrates. With their bug-busting diet, they keep their surroundings balanced and full of life!
Oak Toads usually live up to 4 years in the wild. They may be little, but they certainly know how to make the most out of their time hopping and croaking in the great outdoors!
One cool fact about Oak Toads is that they are masters of camouflage. Their brownish-gray skin helps them blend into their leafy surroundings, making it hard for predators to spot them. Talk about a toadally awesome disguise!
If you ever hear a high-pitched trill in the woods, you might just be hearing an Oak Toad sing! Their calls are like music to the ears, especially during mating season when they try to impress their potential mates.
The Oak Toad is a great reminder that big things come in small packages. Next time you come across one, give it a little cheer for being a fantastic part of our nature community!
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