Paradise Toad
Vandijkophrynus robinsoni
Points
40
per confirmed sighting
Paradise Toad.
Vandijkophrynus robinsoni
Category
amphibians
Family
Bufonidae
Size
AmphiBIO: body size approximately 57 mm.
Points
40 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding paradise toad in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
Rocky, often mountainous Succulent Karoo, Fynbos and Nama Karoo around springs, seepages, streams, pools and other small water sources.
Diet
Documented prey includes beetles, termites and solifuges; occasional small frogs have also been recorded.
Behaviour
When to look
Breeding/calling is mainly recorded from March to October after rain, especially in winter and spring.
Where to see it
South AfricaSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
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