Common Midwife Toad

Alytes obstetricans

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Anura · Alytidae

About

The common midwife toad is a species of midwife frog in the family Alytidae. It is found in Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Like other members of its genus (Alytes), the male toad carries the eggs around entwined on his back and thighs until they are ready to hatch.

Fun Fact

In the Pyrenees it is found at altitudes of up to 2,400 metres (7,900 ft).

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

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Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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