American Toad vs Cascade Frog
Anaxyrus americanus compared with Amolops monticola
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | American Toad | Cascade Frog |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom same | Animalia (Tier) | Animalia (Tier) |
| Phylum same | Chordata (Chordatiere) | Chordata (Chordatiere) |
| Class same | Amphibia (Amphibien) | Amphibia (Amphibien) |
| Order same | Anura (Froschlurche) | Anura (Froschlurche) |
| Family | Bufonidae | Ranidae |
| Genus | Anaxyrus | Amolops |
| Species | Anaxyrus americanus | Amolops monticola |
Evolutionary Relationship
American Toad and Cascade Frog share a common ancestor at the Order level: Anura. (Froschlurche)
Conservation Status
American Toad
LC — Least ConcernCascade Frog
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | American Toad | Cascade Frog |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
American Toad
Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
Found in United States.
Cascade Frog
Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
American Toad
The American Toad (Anaxyrus americanus) is a species in the genus Anaxyrus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
Cascade Frog
The Cascade Frog (Amolops monticola) is a species in the genus Amolops. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
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