Great Plains Narrow-mouthed Toad

Gastrophryne olivacea

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Anura · Microhylidae

About

Gastrophryne olivacea, the Great Plains narrow-mouthed toad or western narrow-mouthed toad, is a species of microhylid frog found throughout much of the south-central United States from Nebraska south through Texas, and into northern Mexico. Though not a true toad, evidenced by the smooth, moist skin, its common name is due to its terrestrial habit.

Fun Fact

Though not a true toad, evidenced by the smooth, moist skin, its common name is due to its terrestrial habit.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live together, and in exchange will eat ants that attempt to invade the tarantula's burrow.

Diet

Eat ants that attempt to invade the tarantula's burrow.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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