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Canadian Toad

Anaxyrus hemiophrys

Across the regions where it's common, the Canadian Toad peaks from May to October.

Shows up in 2 ecoregions and 2 states

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Frogs and Toads

Canadian Toad

Anaxyrus hemiophrys

Look, don't take. Many states regulate collecting reptiles and amphibians. Photograph it, log it on iNaturalist and leave it where you found it.

Description

The Canadian toad (Anaxyrus hemiophrys), also known commonly as the Dakota toad, is a species of toad that ranges from the prairie regions of western Canada south to parts of the upper midwest of the United States. The Canadian toad can grow to around 7.6 cm (3 in) in length.Wikipedia ↗

When it's active

The tadpoles of Anaxyrus hemiophrys eat plant debris and other nutrients found in the waters in which they were spawned by way of suspension feeding. Breeding for Anaxyrus hemiophrys typically commences during early emergence in late April to early May and goes until August or September.Wikipedia ↗
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When and where it's active

Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.

PeakShoulderQuiet

Ecoregions

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Central Great PlainsNorthern Great Plains

States

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
MinnesotaNorth Dakota

About the Canadian Toad

When is the Canadian Toad most active?

Across the regions where it's common, the Canadian Toad peaks from May to October.

Where does the Canadian Toad live?

It has enough records to show in 2 ecoregions and 2 states, including Minnesota and North Dakota.