| Rhinella humboldti | |
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Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Amphibia |
| Order: | Anura |
| Family: | Bufonidae |
| Genus: | Rhinella |
| Species: | R. humboldti |
| Binomial name | |
| Rhinella humboldti (Gallardo, 1965) | |
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Rhinella humboldti (common name:Rivero's toad) is a species oftoad in the familyBufonidae. It is found inColombia,Venezuela,Trinidad, and theGuianas.[2] This species was originally considered to be a subspecies ofRhinella granulosa (asBufo granulosus humboldti).[3]
Rhinella humboldti is an abundant species. It is generally a terrestrial toad found in lowland plains, savanna, and dry forests. It can penetrate into forests by following roads and lumber tracts. On Trinidad, it is found in cane fields, rice fields, and other open agricultural areas. Breeding takes place in temporary and permanent ponds.[1]
