Frogs and Toads
Couch's Spadefoot
Scaphiopus couchii
Across the regions where it's common, the Couch's Spadefoot peaks from May to August.
Shows up in 4 ecoregions and 3 states
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Frogs and Toads
Couch's Spadefoot
Scaphiopus couchii
Description
Couch's spadefoot toad or Couch's spadefoot (Scaphiopus couchii) is a species of North American spadefoot toad (family Scaphiopodidae). The length of this spadefoot ranges from 5.5 to 9 cm (2.2 to 3.5 in), and body color being yellow to yellow-green, with darker mottling.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
Couch's spadefoot is native to the United States southwest of southeastern Colorado and central Oklahoma, northern Mexico and the Baja peninsula. They can be found throughout the Sonoran Desert, which includes parts of southern Arizona and California.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Breeding takes place from April to September, usually in temporary rain pools or temporary overflow areas. As the female lays the eggs, the male discharges seminal fluid containing sperm over the eggs to fertilize them.Animal Diversity Web ↗
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 Couch's Spadefoot
When is the Couch's Spadefoot most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Couch's Spadefoot peaks from May to August.
Where does the Couch's Spadefoot live?
It has enough records to show in 4 ecoregions and 3 states, including Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.