Cane Toads- Where can I learn more about this amphibian?
The Giant Toad (a.k.a. Marine Toad, Cane Toad, Bufo Toad) is the largest toad in Florida.
The Giant Toad is not native to the United States. It is a highly predatory exotic species that poses a significant threat to our native frog and toad populations. This species is skilled at locating all types of food; it has even been known to eat pet food.
CAUTION: When this non-native species is threatened or handled, it secretes a highly toxic milky substance from its large parotoid glands behind the ears at the back of its head. This secretion can burn your eyes, may irritate your skin, and can kill cats and dogs if they ingest the secretion.
For more information about the Giant Toad, visit the Giant Toad information webpage.
**There is nothing the FWC or Collier County Government can do about stopping these toads.