cane toad The cane toad is a poisonous amphibian species with few natural predators. It is one of the most invasive species on Earth. (more) cane toad amphibian Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/animal/cane-toad Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/animal/cane-toad Also known as: Bufo marinus, Chauna marina, Rhinella marina, bufo toad, giant toad, marine toad Written by Michael McDonough Michael McDonough was a media team intern at Encyclopaedia Britannica. He is expected to graduate in 2023 from Northwestern University. Michael McDonough Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Nov 8, 2024 • Article History Table of Contents Also called: bufo toad, giant toad, or marine toad (Show more) Ask the Chatbot a Question Ask the Chatbot a Question cane toad, (Rhinella marina), a large terrestrial omnivorous amphibian considered to be one of the most invasive pests on Earth. This toxic species is native to South and Central America but is now found across the world, from Australia and Oceania to Caribbean islands and parts of the United States, after being introduced as a natural pesticide on sugarcane plantations. Cane toads have reddish to grayish brown coloring on the back, with occasional tinges of red, yellow, or dark green. Somewhat flat in appearance, the toads typically range from 10 to 17 cm (4 to 7 inches) in length. Though ...(100 of 843 words)

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