🌿Native Nature

Black Toad

Anaxyrus exsul

Taxonomy

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

About

The black toad (Anaxyrus exsul), also known as the Inyo toad or Deep Springs toad, is a true toad that lives only in scattered oases in the Deep Springs Valley of Inyo County, California. In fact, its original scientific name, Bufo exsul, means "exiled toad," which refers to its species' isolation in a tiny spot in the high desert wilderness of the Californian Great Basin.

Frequently Asked Questions

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