description Asian Common Toad Overview
The Asian common toad, Duttaphrynus melanostictus, is a widespread toad of South and Southeast Asia. It is a habitat generalist that can live in disturbed woodland, forest margins, gardens, farmland, and urban areas, and it breeds in small bodies of fresh water, often during seasonal rains. The species is recognizable as a robust, warty toad with prominent head ridges and parotoid glands, and its tolerance of human-modified environments explains its frequent presence near settlements.
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What is the scientific name of the Asian common toad?
The Asian common toad is Duttaphrynus melanostictus. It is a widespread toad found across South and Southeast Asia.
Where can the Asian common toad live?
It is a habitat generalist found in disturbed woodland, forest margins, gardens, farmland, and urban areas. This range helps explain why it is common around human-modified landscapes.
Does the Asian common toad need a large lake to breed?
No, it can breed in small bodies of fresh water, often during seasonal rains. Breeding may occur in temporary or modest water bodies rather than only in permanent lakes.
Is Duttaphrynus melanostictus mainly a forest species?
No, the species also thrives in gardens, farmland, roadside areas, and towns. Its ability to use both natural and disturbed habitats makes it a broad habitat generalist.
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