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Archives for August 16, 2024

VIDEO: American Toad eats a bug!

August 16, 2024 Elizabeth

We were out checking for various amphibians and hit the jackpot! There were so many tiny toads everywhere. Then, a wood frog peeking out at us. And toads of all sizes. Our Extra Large porch toad was out and eating various bugs. We thought it looked like he could eat a tiny toad! … [Read more...]

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