Spadefoot Toad is a amphibian that lives in marshland prairies and open floodplains. It has a permeable scales covering and is able to run up to 17km/h (10mph). Spadefoot Toad which methodical name is mesobatrachia usually is 7.5-10cm (2.9-3.9in) and has a weight 50-100g (1.7-3.5oz). The animal lives 4-8 years in a solitary lifestyle. Favourite food: fly, ants, spiders
Facts about spadefoot toads
Name | Spadefoot Toad |
Class | Amphibia |
Size | 7.5-10cm (2.9-3.9in) |
Type | Amphibian |
Weight | 50-100g (1.7-3.5oz) |
Family | Pelobatidae |
Skin Type | Permeable scales |
Top Speed | 17km/h (10mph) |
Order | Mesobatrachia |
Genus | Pelobates |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Habitat | Marshland prairies and open floodplains |
Predators | Birds, fish, snakes |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Scientific Name | Mesobatrachia |
Main Prey | Fly, ants, spiders |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Life Span | 4-8 years |
Colour | Brown, tan, grey |
Diet | Omnivore |
Phylum | Chordata |
Average Litter Size | 250 |