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| Reptiles and Amphibians Database .. detailed information | |
| Cane Toad Bufo marinus | |
| Family : | "Toads" Bufonidae |
| Description : | Introduced. Large to 20cm. Brown with warty skin.Large glands which secrete toxin,behind ears.Competes with native fauna for shelter, food and breeding sites.Is a threat to the environment.Tadpoles swim in schools are black with rotund bodies,short tails. |
| Typical Habitat : | Widespread. Mating call sounds like a small pertol engine. Juveniles are grey to dark grey with burnt orange tips to warts. Similar looking species are Mash Frogs, Toadlets and Eastern Snapping-frog. Breeds in any still or slow moving waters. |
| Distribution : | Coast and hinterland of eastern QLD., down to northern N.S.W., is moving west each year into western QLD. and NT |
| Introduced : | Yes |
| Seen North Qld : | Yes |
| Additional info .. | locations seen (15) .. habitats seen (1) .. |
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