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Another Toad, with photos and measurements

Another Toad, with photos and measurements

May 8, 2009 Elizabeth

So, we were able to finally observe some more American Toads (bufo americanus) in our yard.  Tonight we spotted a medium sized toad hopping along the cement pad in front of our garage door.  I was able to snap a few photos.

It is a little difficult to see, but he measured just over 2”.  After we put the camera away, we saw another smaller toad, about half the size of this one. I wasn’t able to get any shots of that one.  Both toads were very active.  The number of insects around is still pretty minimal.  The rest of this week it isn’t supposed to be that warm, so this might be our last glimpse of these little guys for a while. 

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