Eastern Narrowmouth Toad
Gastrophryne carolinensis
Gastrophryne carolinensis
| Size: 3/4 - 1 1/4 inches |
| Distribution |
| Eastern 1/4 of the state. The eastern narrowmouth toad, as well as the great plains narrowmouth toad, has a plump, flattened body with a comparatively small head, and a fold of skin behind the eyes to act as a wiper while feeding on their favorite prey, ants and termites. This secretive frog is a nocturnal species, prefering to spend most of the day under moist logs and in burrows. These frogs breed during the summer and the males call can be easily identified as a short buzzing sound somewhat like a lamb. |