Northern Spadefoot Toad
Notaden melanoscaphus
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyLimnodynastidae (Foam-nesting Ground Frogs)
- GenusNotaden (Spadefoot Frogs)
- SpeciesNotaden melanoscaphus (Northern Spadefoot Toad)
About the Northern Spadefoot Toad
The northern spadefoot toad (Notaden melanoscaphus) is a species of frog in the family Limnodynastidae. It is endemic to Australia. Its natural habitats are dry savanna, moist savanna, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, swamps, and intermittent freshwater marshes.
The males toads are known to float in the water while making loud 'whoop... whoop... whoop' calls. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Northern Spadefoot Toad in Kakadu National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kakadu National Park | 🇦🇺 Australia |
More parks will be added in future updates.