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American Toad

Anaxyrus americanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Anura ›Family: Bufonidae ›Genus: Anaxyrus

About

The American toad (Anaxyrus americanus) is a common species of toad found throughout Canada and the eastern United States. It is divided into three subspecies: the eastern American toad (A. a. americanus), the dwarf American toad (A. a. charlesmithi) and the rare Hudson Bay toad (A. a. copei). Recent taxonomic treatments place this species in the genus Anaxyrus instead of Bufo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Toad?
The scientific name of American Toad is Anaxyrus americanus.
What kingdom does American Toad belong to?
American Toad belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does American Toad belong to?
American Toad belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does American Toad belong to?
American Toad belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does American Toad belong to?
American Toad belongs to the order Anura.
What family does American Toad belong to?
American Toad belongs to the family Bufonidae.
What genus does American Toad belong to?
American Toad belongs to the genus Anaxyrus.