American Toad (Bufo americanus) Pair in amplexus - Female laying eggs - New York – USA

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American Toad (Bufo americanus) - Pair in amplexus - New York - USA - "Hop toad" - Widespread and abundant in eastern United States and Canada - Found in suburban backyards to woodland and mountain wildernesses - Breeds in temporary bodies of water - Short breeding season ranging from in March to late June in higher elevations

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