Category: Amphibians
The range of this widespread toad extends from the state of Veracruz in Mexico, along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, up to the U.S. state of Mississippi. It inhabits and breeds in a wide range of natural and man-made habitats.
Learn more about the Coastal Plains Toad at Wikipedia.
Swiss Army Skin
Amphibian skin is not covered in hair, feathers, or scales. It is thin and permeable, which allows them to actually breathe and drink through their skin! Their skin is not watertight, but they have mucous glands that produce secretions to help keep them from drying out Their skin also serves as a handy defense mechanism: nearly all amphibians have poison glands that make their skin toxic - and on top of that, it can even serve as a tasty treat after they shed it (yes, many amphibians eat their own sloughed off skin)!
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