Yellow-bellied Toad
Bombina variegata
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAmphibia · Anura · Bombinatoridae
About
The yellow-bellied toad belongs to the order Anura, the archaeobatrachial family Bombinatoridae, and the genus of fire-bellied toads. The toad is distributed mainly across western Europe as well as a handful of countries in eastern Europe. While the population of the toad is steadily decreasing over time, its numbers are not critical enough to be considered threatened or extinct. Conservation efforts in Germany are taking place to remedy the declining population before it is too late.
Fun Fact
Yellow-bellied toads can locate breeding pools using a combination of visual cues and acoustic signals from calling males.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found that these individuals adapted to enhance their crypsis, for example covering themselves with pond soil, suggesting an awareness that their dorsal body does not conceal them perfectly in comparison to their environment.
Diet
Insectivore
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance