Sand Toad
Vandijkophrynus angusticeps
Silhouette: Michael Scroggie, from original photograph by Gary M. Stolz, USFWS (original photograph in public domain). · PhyloPic
- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyBufonidae (True Toads)
- GenusVandijkophrynus (Southern Toads)
- SpeciesVandijkophrynus angusticeps (Sand Toad)
About the Sand Toad
The sand toad, Cape sand toad, common Cape toad, or narrow-headed toad (Vandijkophrynus angusticeps) is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae (true toads). It is endemic to South Africa and found in southwestern and southern part of Western Cape Province to extreme southwestern Eastern Cape Province, from Nieuwoudtville in the west to Humansdorp in the east, along the coastal flats and Cape Fold Mountains from the sea level to 1,500 m (4,900 ft) asl.
Sand toads are morphologically similar to other Vandijkophrynus species, but can usually be distinguished by their unspotted white ventrum and bright yellow flush over the dorsal surfaces of their feet. Sand toads may emerge from their refuges to breed in winter, May–September, when heavy rains have saturated the soil and created pools lasting for many weeks. They breed in temporary depressions in sandy areas, and also in clay soils. Males call on exposed sites near the water's edge. Testes are unusually large, suggesting intense male-male competition.
Sand toads inhabit fynbos heathland. They can sometimes also survive in agricultural areas. The species is threatened... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Sand Toad in Table Mountain 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 | Table Mountain National Park | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Sand Toad in Table Mountain National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Sand Toad sighting in Table Mountain National Park, based on 179 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Sand Toad in Table Mountain National Park?
July has the highest sighting rate for Sand Toad in Table Mountain National Park in our monthly data.