Grzimek Herps

v06_id71_con_spdfthib

Pelobatidae

A spadefoot toad becomes dormant during the dry season, burying itself underground in a cocoon-like membrane to avoid water loss.

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Identification
Pelobatidae (Spadefoots, Archaic Frogs, Pelobatids,)
Contributors
Michigan Science Art
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Subjects
Subject Annotated
Subject Behavior
Subject Live Animal
Type Illustration
Behaviors self care

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Last updated: 2005-48-03 / Generated: 2025-09-15 01:51

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