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Western spadefoot toad

Spea hammondii

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.

Found in Mexico. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇲🇽 Mexico

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Tier)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordatiere)
Class
Amphibia (Amphibien)
Order
Anura (Froschlurche)
Family
Scaphiopodidae
Genus
Spea
Species
Spea hammondii (Western spadefoot toad)

Similar Species in Spea

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New Mexico spadefoot toad
Spea multiplicata
Least Concern
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Plains spadefoot
Spea bombifrons
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western spadefoot toad?
The scientific name of Western spadefoot toad is Spea hammondii. It belongs to the genus Spea.
What is the conservation status of Western spadefoot toad?
Western spadefoot toad (Spea hammondii) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Western spadefoot toad live?
Western spadefoot toad is found in Found in Mexico. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Mexico.
What family does Western spadefoot toad belong to?
Western spadefoot toad (Spea hammondii) belongs to the genus Spea, which is part of the taxonomic family Scaphiopodidae.
What kingdom does Western spadefoot toad belong to?
Western spadefoot toad (Spea hammondii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Western spadefoot toad?
The closest relatives of Western spadefoot toad in the genus Spea include New Mexico spadefoot toad, Plains spadefoot.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Spea — 3 Species

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New Mexico spadefoot toad
Spea multiplicata
LC
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Western spadefoot toad
Spea hammondii
NT
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Plains spadefoot
Spea bombifrons
LC
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