Common Toad Collection

Tadpoles of the Common Toad -Bufo bufo- in a muddy puddle, Allgau, Bavaria, Germany

Reptiles lithograph 1888
Illustrated Natural History of the Three Kingdoms Illustrierte Naturgeschichte der drei Reiche Franz StrAÔé¼ssles - Wilhelm Nitzschke, Stuttgart 1888

A fox calls out a quack toad. 1811 (etching)
7235831 A fox calls out a quack toad. 1811 (etching) by Howitt, Samuel (1756-1822); (add.info.: A fox calls out a quack toad. A stag, horse, cow and other animals watch from the riverbank)

Common Toad, Bufo Vulgaris (coloured photo)
5987428 Common Toad, Bufo Vulgaris (coloured photo) by Stokoe, W. J.(fl.1910-40); Private Collection; (add.info.: Common Toad, Bufo Vulgaris)

The nightmare a face terrifies the headdress of a huge toad (drawing)
JEB4869808 The nightmare a face terrifies the headdress of a huge toad (drawing) by Bernard, Valere (1860-1936); Palais de Longchamp, Marseille

American bullfrog and Suriname toad. 1774 (engraving)
7233242 American bullfrog and Suriname toad. 1774 (engraving) by Martinet, Francois Nicolas (1731-1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: American bullfrog, Lithobates catesbeianus)

The Common Toad (engraving)
7188968 The Common Toad (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Common Toad. Illustration for Reptiles and Birds by Louis Figuier (Cassell)

Common Toad, 1863-79 (colour litho)
1001402 Common Toad, 1863-79 (colour litho) by Petraroja, Raimundo (fl.1863-79); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Atlante zoologico popolare)

Dorbignys Toad (colour litho)
998665 Dorbignys Toad (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der Amphibien in ihren)

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Common toad, Bufo bufo, sat on mossy vegetation, March, Shropshire, England, UK

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Common toad, Bufo bufo, sat on mossy vegetation, March, Shropshire, England, UK

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Common toad, Bufo bufo, sat on mossy vegetation, March, Shropshire, England, UK

Common Toad (Bufo bufo) waking up after hibernation, Veluwe, The Netherlands

Toad migration, Common toads -Bufo bufo-

Common Buzzard with a Common Toad, Buteo buteo, Netherlands

Common Toads -Bufo bufo-, mating, male clasping a female, amplexus, Thuringia, Germany

Common toads breeding C017 / 7176
Common toads (Bufo bufo) breeding. This mating position is called amplexus. The male has climbed onto the females back. He will grasp the female for several days until she is ready to ovulate

Common Toad Bufo bufo emerging from flower pot in garden in spring Norfolk

Common Toad Bufo bufo in pond in spring Norfolk

Common Toads Bufo bufo in pond in spring Norfolk

Illustration of Common Toad (Bufo bufo) camouflaged against wet leaf

Common Toad

Common Toad or European Toad -Bufo bufo-, reflected in water, North Hesse, Hesse, Germany

Common Toads -Bufo bufo-, pair in a pond, North Hesse, Hesse, Germany

Common Toad or European Toad -Bufo bufo- in the water, Thuringia, Germany

Common Toad or European Toad -Bufo bufo- clinging to a branch in the water, Thuringia, Germany

Common Toad or European Toad -Bufo bufo-, several males in amplexus with a female, mating process, Thuringia, Germany

Common Toad or European Toad -Bufo bufo- on grass, Thuringia, Germany

Common toad -Bufo bufo-, Mecklenburg Lake District, Mecklenburg-Strelitz, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Germany

Common toad -Bufo bufo spinosus-, foraging, Kerkini Lake area, Greece, Europe

Common Toad -Bufo bufo- under water, Southern Germany, Germany

Common Toad -Bufo bufo-, Southern Germany, Germany

Toad migration, Common Toad -Bufo bufo- on the street in front of a car

Common toad -Bufo bufo-, yearling at nocturnal foraging, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Common Toad (Bufo bufo)

European common frog (Rana temporaria) and Green toad (Bufo viridis) side by side

Common toad, artwork C016 / 3212
Common toad (Bufo bufo), artwork. This toad is widespread throughout Europe, where it lives in wet and vegetated areas

Common Toad - Gwithian Towans - Cornwall, UK
DAC-806 Common Toad Gwithian Towans - Cornwall, UK Bufo bufo David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common toad (Bufo bufo). This toad is found throughout Eurasia, inhabiting moist woodlands, grasslands and scrub. It feeds on a wide variety of small animals, including insects, spiders, slugs

Common toads mating (Bufo bufo). The male has climbed onto the females back. He will grasp the female for several days until she is ready to ovulate

Common toad male
Adult male common toad. Dorset, UK June 2011

Toad foot, SEM
Toad foot. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the front foot of a young common toad (Bufo bufo), showing its claws (dark green) and warty skin

Common toad, SEM
Common toad. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a young common toad (Bufo bufo), showing one of its large eyes and its warty skin

Male common toad (Bufo bufo). Photographed in March, in Dorset, UK

Common Toad - in habitat - Italy
RD-146 Common Toad - in habitat Italy Bufo bufo Giacomo Radi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Common Toad - male crossing a road at migration time - Wiltshire - England - UK
DK-301 Common Toad - male crossing a road at migration time Wiltshire - England - UK Bufo bufo David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Common Toad - Pair in amplexus crossing a road during migration period - Wiltshire - England - UK
DK-300 Common Toad - Pair in amplexus crossing a road during migration period Wiltshire - England - UK Bufo bufo David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"The Common Toad: A Fascinating Amphibian in Various Art Forms" From the muddy puddles of Allgau, Bavaria, Germany to lithographs and engravings dating back centuries, the common toad (Bufo bufo) has captivated artists and nature enthusiasts alike. Tadpoles of this species can be found thriving in these humble habitats, showcasing the resilience and adaptability of these amphibians. In an 1888 lithograph titled "Reptiles, " we catch a glimpse of the intricate details that were captured by artists who sought to immortalize the beauty of creatures like the common toad. Similarly, an etching from 1811 portrays a fox calling out a quack toad, highlighting the interconnectedness between different species in their natural environment. A coloured photograph showcases Bufo vulgaris, commonly known as the common toad. Its vibrant hues bring forth its unique features and serve as a reminder of its presence among us. On another artistic note, a drawing depicts a nightmare where a face is terrified by the headdress of an enormous toad - perhaps symbolizing our fascination with both their allure and potential danger. Engravings from 1774 depict American bullfrogs and Suriname toads alongside our beloved common toads. These historical depictions offer glimpses into how early observers documented various amphibian species for scientific purposes or simply out of curiosity. Moving forward through time, we encounter more recent works such as colour lithographs from 1863-79 featuring both Dorbignys Toads and Common Toads. These illustrations showcase not only their physical characteristics but also provide insight into how they are perceived within different cultural contexts. Whether it's through eye-catching photographs or ancient engravings capturing moments frozen in time, one thing remains constant - our fascination with these captivating creatures persists throughout history.