Specimen Information

Rhinella marina
Rhinella marina
(Cane Toad)
Amphibians-Frogs
Exotic

Specimen ID558794
GroupAmphibians-Frogs
GenusRhinella
Speciesmarina
Common NameCane Toad
StateFL
CountyLee
LocalityTemporary wetland near Middle Gulf Drive and Fulgar Street
Mapping AccuracyAccurate
HUC8 NameCharlotte Harbor
HUC8 Number03100103
HUC10 NamePine Island
HUC10 Number0310010303
HUC12 NamePine Island
HUC12 Number031001030300
Map
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Collection Day17
Collection Month7
Collection Year2013
Year AccuracyActual
Potential Pathwayunknown
Statusestablished
Reference 1
Ref. Number:24369
Author:Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health.
Date:2019
Title:EDDMapS: Early detection and distribution mapping system
Publisher:The University of Georgia
Reference 2
Ref. Number:26363
Author:Wink News Now.
Date:2013
Title:Experts find invasive, poisonous, giant toads on Sanibel.
Publisher:Fort Myers Broadcasting Co.
CommentsEDDMapS Record ID = 3058052. "The first population of giant toads was found on Wed July 17, 2013 on Sanibel Island by SCCF and Refuge staff and interns. A chorus was heard calling from a temporary wetland behind a condominium."
Record TypeLiterature
Freshwater/MarineFreshwater
Number Collected10
Year Classadult
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Rhinella marina
Rhinella marina


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