Golden Toad
A brilliant orange toad, endemic to a single cloud forest in Costa Rica, now considered extinct.
Overview
A brilliant orange toad, endemic to a single cloud forest in Costa Rica, now considered extinct.
History & Origin
The toad is native to Costa Rica (extinct). It belongs to the family Bufonidae, a lineage of amphibians distributed across those regions and kept both in the wild and by specialist keepers.
Appearance & Size
Golden Toad is a small (5 cm) frog.
Temperament
It shows the typical temperament of its group—research the species for handling guidance.
Care & Husbandry
Toads (Bufonidae) are generally terrestrial, warty-skinned and hardy. Most need a land-based enclosure with hiding spots, shallow water for soaking, and a diet of insects; many tolerate cooler temperatures than tropical frogs. Some secrete mild toxins, so hands-off and post-feeding hygiene matter.
Health & Lifespan
Hardy; watch for dehydration, parasites and skin infections. Avoid handling during toxin secretion and keep enclosures clean. In captivity a healthy individual may live around 10–15 years.
Popularity & Recognition
Toads (Bufonidae) include the common toad and the Colorado River toad; their warty skin and bufotoxin secretions make them unmistakable, and they are among the most widespread amphibians.
