🌿Native Nature

Canadian Toad

Anaxyrus hemiophrys

Taxonomy

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

About

The Canadian toad (also Dakota toad, Anaxyrus hemiophrys) is a species of toad that ranges from the prairie regions of central Canada south to parts of United States upper midwest. It belongs to the family Bufonidae, the "true" toads. Its specific name is derived from the Latin word hemiophrys, meaning eyebrow, which refers to its pronounced cranial crest between and behind the eye. Anaxyrus hemiophrys displays the typical toad characteristics, they lack a tail and teeth,...

Frequently Asked Questions

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