Frogs and Toads
Red-spotted Toad
Anaxyrus punctatus
Across the regions where it's common, the Red-spotted Toad peaks from May to September.
Shows up in 7 ecoregions and 8 states
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Frogs and Toads
Red-spotted Toad
Anaxyrus punctatus
Description
The red-spotted toad (Anaxyrus punctatus), formerly Bufo punctatus, is a toad in the family Bufonidae found in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It is a small toad species growing to 3.7 to 7.5 cm (1.5 to 3.0 in) in length.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
This toad is native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, especially Baja California. It occurs primarily along rocky streams and riverbeds, often in arid or semi-arid regions.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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About the Red-spotted Toad
When is the Red-spotted Toad most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Red-spotted Toad peaks from May to September.
Where does the Red-spotted Toad live?
It has enough records to show in 7 ecoregions and 8 states, including Arizona, California, Colorado, and Nevada.