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Couch's Spadefoot

Scaphiopus couchii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Anura ›Family: Scaphiopodidae ›Genus: Scaphiopus

About

Couch's spadefoot toad or Couch's spadefoot (Scaphiopus couchii) is a species of North American spadefoot toad (family Scaphiopodidae). The specific epithet couchii is in honor of American naturalist Darius Nash Couch, who collected the first specimen while on a personal expedition to northern Mexico to collect plant, mineral, and animal specimens for the Smithsonian Institution.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Couch's Spadefoot?
The scientific name of Couch's Spadefoot is Scaphiopus couchii.
What kingdom does Couch's Spadefoot belong to?
Couch's Spadefoot belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Couch's Spadefoot belong to?
Couch's Spadefoot belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Couch's Spadefoot belong to?
Couch's Spadefoot belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Couch's Spadefoot belong to?
Couch's Spadefoot belongs to the order Anura.
What family does Couch's Spadefoot belong to?
Couch's Spadefoot belongs to the family Scaphiopodidae.
What genus does Couch's Spadefoot belong to?
Couch's Spadefoot belongs to the genus Scaphiopus.