Plains Spadefoot
Spea bombifrons
Summary 2
The plains spadefoot toad (Spea bombifrons) is a species of American spadefoot toad which ranges from southwestern Canada, throughout the Great Plains of the western United States, and into northern Mexico. Like other species of spadefoot toads, they get their name from a spade-like projections on their hind legs which allow them to dig into sandy soils.
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More Info
iNat Map
| 2. class | Amphibians |
|---|---|
| Color | brown |
| 3. order | Frogs and Toads |
| 1.kingdom | Animals |
| Park | Barr Lake |
