Definitions
- Referring to a small, squat amphibian with dry, warty skin. - Talking about a nocturnal animal that is often found in gardens or near water sources. - Describing an animal that has a distinctive croaking sound and can puff up its body as a defense mechanism.
- Referring to a small, slimy amphibian with smooth, moist skin. - Talking about an animal that is often found near water sources or in wetlands. - Describing an animal that has a distinctive ribbit sound and can jump long distances.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are amphibians.
- 2Both have a distinct croaking sound.
- 3Both lay eggs in water.
- 4Both have a similar diet of insects and small invertebrates.
- 5Both have a similar lifespan of around 10-12 years.
What is the difference?
- 1Appearance: Toads have dry, warty skin while frogs have smooth, moist skin.
- 2Habitat: Toads are often found in drier areas while frogs prefer wetlands and water sources.
- 3Movement: Toads tend to walk rather than jump like frogs.
- 4Voice: Toads have a lower-pitched, more musical call compared to the higher-pitched, ribbit sound of frogs.
- 5Behavior: Toads are generally more solitary and less active than frogs.
Remember this!
Toads and frogs are both amphibians that share many similarities, such as their diet, lifespan, and egg-laying habits. However, they differ in appearance, habitat, movement, voice, and behavior. Toads have dry, warty skin and are often found in drier areas, while frogs have smooth, moist skin and prefer wetlands and water sources. Toads tend to walk rather than jump and have a lower-pitched, more musical call compared to the higher-pitched, ribbit sound of frogs.
