I came across this guy on the pavement underneath a picnic table. There was a time when toads were plentiful in the neighbourhood. Now of days I am lucky to see any.
Toads absorb water through their skin (they don't drink). It means they also absorb any toxins or other nasties they come into contact with, likely a good reason we're not seeing so many of them anymore.
...I see his cousins when I mow my lawn.
ReplyDeleteIt is beautiful and the photo is excellent. We can clearly see all the details of his skin and golden eye
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen one in years! Great photo Andy.
ReplyDeleteLove this guy.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo of the toad...haven't seen a toad for years.
ReplyDeleteHe seems unamused.
ReplyDeleteThere used to be a lot of them around the house when I was a kid. I always liked them!
ReplyDeleteHe reminds me of an old curmudgeon. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic close up of this guy. That downward slant on this mouth makes him see a bit grumpy.
ReplyDeletePues este tiene cara de enfadado. Será porque ya no tiene tantos amigos.
ReplyDeleteUn abrazo.
Great shot of this grumpy toad. Perhaps he is just lonely?
ReplyDeleteToads absorb water through their skin (they don't drink). It means they also absorb any toxins or other nasties they come into contact with, likely a good reason we're not seeing so many of them anymore.
ReplyDeleteWow a real human expression in its face. A bit Churchill like. Absolutely ready to answer some hot political questions with a deadly gaze.
ReplyDeleteThat is a beautiful photo Andy!
ReplyDeleteExcelente juego con la profundidad de campo para buscar ese enfoque selectivo que destaca plenamente a ese interesante ejemplar de sapo.
ReplyDeleteUn saludo,
That is an awesome shot Andy! Blessings!
ReplyDeleteIt has been years for me as well. We use to play with them 55 yrs ago in our farm yard. Really cool. How big was he?
ReplyDeleteIl est vraiment impressionnant ce crapaud !!!! Belle prise !
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