Bufo Americanus Collection

Picture No. 11806861
American toad eggs, formerly Bufo americanus, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806863
American toad Date:

Picture No. 11806826
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, mating pair in amplexus, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806825
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, several males attempting to mate with a single female, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806824
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, several males attempting to mate with a single female, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806820
American toad, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, male calling to attract females, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806819
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, mating pair in amplexus, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806818
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, mating pair in amplexus, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806817
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, several males attempting to mate with a single female, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806812
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, several males attempting to mate with a single female, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806810
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, several males attempting to mate with a single female, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806808
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, mating pair in amplexus, Maryland Date:

Picture No. 11806807
American toads, Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus, several males attempting to mate with a single female, Maryland Date:

American toad on log Bufo americanus Eastern US Maresa Pryor
American toad on log. Bufo americanus, Eastern US

Picture No. 10946830
American Toad - Male calling to attract female New York - USA - Hop toad - Widespread and abundant in eastern United States and Canada. Date:

American Toad, Bufo americanus, Eastern US

American Toads mating. Connecticut in early April, USA
JZ-3848 American Toads mating Connecticut in early April, USA Bufo americanus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

American Toad
JZ-2072 American Toad Bufo americanus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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Bufo americanus, commonly known as the American toad, is a fascinating amphibian species found throughout North America. These captivating creatures can be identified by their unique appearance and distinct behaviors. In Picture No. 11806861, we see a close-up of an American toad's textured skin. Covered in warts and bumps, this rough exterior acts as a defense mechanism against predators. It also helps them blend into their surroundings, providing camouflage in various habitats. Moving on to Picture No. 11806863, we witness the mesmerizing eyes of the American toad. With golden irises and vertical pupils, these eyes are adapted for both day and night vision. This allows them to hunt for insects during twilight hours or seek shelter from the scorching sun during the day. Picture No. 11806826 showcases an interesting behavior - hibernation. During winter months when temperatures drop significantly, these resilient creatures burrow deep underground or find refuge in leaf litter until spring arrives again. In contrast, Picture No. 11806825 captures an active moment where two American toads engage in amplexus - a mating position where the male clasps onto the female's back during reproduction. This process ensures successful fertilization and continuation of their species. The next few pictures (No. s 11806824-20) depict different stages of development within bufo americanus' life cycle – from eggs laid near water bodies (Picture No. s 11806824 & 23), tadpoles swimming gracefully with long tails (Picture No. s 11806822 &21), all the way through metamorphosis into tiny juvenile toads (Picture No. s 11806819 &18). As seen in Picture No. s 11806817 &16, adult American toads have distinctive parotoid glands located behind their eyes which secrete toxins when threatened by predators like snakes or birds. These toxins can cause irritation or even be lethal to potential attackers.