Plains Narrowmouth Toad (Gastrophryne olivacea)
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Description: Dull gray, tan, or olive with tiny dark flecks, lacking any clear pattern. Small plump toad, with short limbs, pointed head, and a fold of skin across the back of the head. Males typically have dark throats, whereas females have light throats.

Call: Distinct peep followed by a buzz lasting 1-4 seconds. sheep-like

Habitat: Semi-wooded pastures, under rocks or logs.

Diet: Diet consists mainly of ants, also slugs and sowbugs

Size: 2-3.5 cm (0.75-1.33 in)

Natural History: Travel in early spring in moist conditions, hides in moist soil remainder of tiem. Burrows under rocks looking for ants. Will hide in deep soil in dry conditions.

Similar species:

  1. Small head and skin fold on neck.