: Unlike many of its close toad relatives, this species completely lacks cranial crests. 🏜️ Habitat and Range
: Adults are incredibly small, typically measuring only 1 to 2 inches ( ) in length. bufo debilis
: They are native to the southwestern United States (including Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Kansas) and stretch down into northern Mexico. : Unlike many of its close toad relatives,
: Like most true toads, their skin is dry and covered in small warts. They have large, flattened parotoid glands located right behind their eyes. : Like most true toads, their skin is
The ( , now officially reclassified as
) is a small, vibrant amphibian famous for its striking coloration and incredible desert survival skills. 🐸 Appearance and Size
: They feature a bright green to yellowish-green base covered in a distinct reticulated pattern of black spots and streaks.