Sākums Animals Giant Marine Toad

Giant Marine Toad

Giant Marine Toad has a large natural range in America, from Texas, USA, through tropical Mexico and Central America to northern Southern America. The species has been introduced to numerous countries in America, Asia, Australia and Oceania, to serve for a biological control of agricultural pests. It is one of best known invasive species, a pest that poses a threat to many native species.

Taxonomy

■ Phylum Chordata – chordates
■ Class Amphibia – amphibians
■ Order Anura – frogs
■ Family Bufonidae – true toads
■ Species Rhinella marina – Giant Marine Toad

Subscribe to newsletter

Our supporters and partners