Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad — printable fact sheet
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Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad
Gastrophryne carolinensis
The Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad is a small, secretive amphibian known for its pointed snout and fold of skin located behind the eyes. Its coloration varies from gray to brown or reddish, often with mottled patterns that provide effective camouflage among leaf litter. This specie…
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- Unlike many amphibians, the Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad often calls from hidden locations, making its loud, sheep-like bleat surprisingly difficult to trace.
- The Eastern Narrow-mouthed Toad secretes a sticky, mildly irritating substance from its skin as a defense against predators. It has a unique fold of skin behind its eyes that it can pull forward to protect itself from ants, which are its primary food source.
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