The Great Plains Toad (Anaxyrus {Bufo} cognatus) is one of nine species of “true” toads that occur in Texas. It can be observed throughout two main eco-regions in Texas; the first being the plains of ...

What is the Puerto Rican crested toad? The Puerto Rican crested toad is the only toad species native to Puerto Rico. Named for the bony crests above its large, golden eyes, this toad is also ...

There are a lot of critters in Texas that folks down here have given interesting, if somewhat puzzling hybrid names. Yes, we have both toads and frogs but in spite of football traditions and other ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Brought in to address a problem, cane toads now represent ...

One of Arkansas' unique celebrations, the annual Toad Daze festival has begun, with rides, toad racing, and fun for the whole family.