True toads
True toads are family of amphibians containing over 350 species and are distinguished from amphibians commonly known as toads, by their lack of teeth and generally warty skin. Many species can release toxins from their skin as a deterrent to predators that might otherwise try to eat them.
Genus
Bufo
Common toad (species)Oreophrynella
Venezuela pebble toad (species)
About
Bufonidae is the family of the true toads, members of the order Anura (frogs and toads). They are the only family of anurans all members of which are known as "toads." The bufonids now comprise more than 35 genera, Bufo being the most widespread and well known.
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Elsewhere on the web
- Bufonidae (animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu)
- True toad facts (amphibiaweb.org)
- Where to find toads (cyberlizard.plus.com)
- True toad (wikipedia.org)
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