Common toad, SEM

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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. Adults can grow to 18 centimetres in length and their skin ranges from green to brown. As a defence against predators they secrete a toxic foul-tasting substance called bufagin when threatened. Young common toads eat ants and some small flies. Adults eat invertebrates such as insects, larvae, spiders, slugs and worms, which they catch on their sticky tongues. Magnification: x4 when printed 10 centimetres wide

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This print showcases the intricate details of a young common toad, captured through a scanning electron microscope. The image highlights the toad's mesmerizing large eye and its textured warty skin, which ranges in color from green to brown. With adults reaching up to 18 centimeters in length, these amphibians possess an array of fascinating characteristics. To protect themselves from predators, common toads secrete a toxic substance called bufagin when threatened. This defense mechanism ensures that any potential attackers will be deterred by the foul taste it produces. As they mature, their diet evolves from consuming ants and small flies as juveniles to feeding on various invertebrates such as insects, larvae, spiders, slugs, and worms as adults. Their sticky tongues enable them to catch their prey effortlessly. The magnified view provided by this photograph allows us to appreciate the biological intricacies of this remarkable creature. Its clawed legs and textured skin are beautifully displayed against a contrasting background. This stunning image not only captures the essence of nature but also serves as a reminder of the diverse wildlife that inhabits our planet.

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