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Size
8–15 cmAbout the size of a computer mouse
Weight
20–80 gAbout the weight of a small apple
Lifespan
10–12 years
Rarity
Common
M vs F
Females are much larger — up to twice the weight of males. Males develop rough nuptial pads on their thumbs in spring for gripping females
Habitat
Gardens, woodland, hedgerows, parks — migrates to ponds in spring to breed
Best time
March–April migration to breeding ponds
Conservation
UK: Amber
LC
💡 Did you know?
Toads secrete a mild venom from the parotoid glands behind their eyes — harmless to humans, but causes dogs to foam at the mouth and immediately drop the toad
They have extraordinary homing ability — displaced toads have found their way back to their breeding pond from over 3 km away, likely using magnetic field navigation
Often confused with
Common Frog (smoother skin
more pointed snout
longer legs
spotted)
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