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Asian Toad (Duttaphrynus Melanostictus) - Animal India
An Asian Toad (Duttaphrynus melanostictus), also known as the Asian Black-spined Toad or Asian Common Toad, is seen hiding behind a round clay pot at Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on October 21, 2024. The toad's thick, dry skin, cranial ridges, and prominent parotid glands, which secrete a milky white toxin called bufotoxin, make it both well-camouflaged and protected in its environment. In a fun and defensive manner, the toad blends into the background, almost resembling a snail due to its position and coloring. Found throughout South and Southeast Asia, this species is known for its toxic defense mechanism and adaptability.(Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)
Photo Details
| Photo ID | #11690806 |
|---|---|
| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
| Category | Human Interest |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
Related Keywords
Asian Toad
Duttaphrynus melanostictus
Asian Black-spined Toad
Asian Common Toad
Tehatta
West Bengal
India
October 21
2024
thick skin
dry skin
cranial ridges
parotid glands
bufotoxin
milky white toxin
camouflage
protection
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defensive mechanism
resemblance to snail
South Asia
Southeast Asia
toxic defense
adaptability
Soumyabrata Roy
NurPhoto
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clay pot
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toxin secretion
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defensive manner
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