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Western Toad

Anaxyrus boreas

Taxonomy

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

About

The western toad (Anaxyrus boreas, formerly Bufo boreas) is a large toad species, between 5.6 and 13 cm (2.2 and 5.1 in) long, native to western North America. A. boreas is frequently encountered during the wet season on roads, or near water at other times. When handled adults often vocalize, making a sound like a peeping chick while struggling. It eats any type of insect it can catch. It can jump a considerable distance for a toad. Breeding...

Frequently Asked Questions

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