Oriental Fire-Bellied Toad

Oriental Fire-Bellied Toad

The Oriental Fire-Bellied Toad is a species of brightly-colored toxic toads that are found in several Asian countries, while a population has been introduced in China’s Beijing.

Scientific Name Bombinaorientalis

Classification – Bombina

Gender Names – Male – male; Female – female; Baby – tadpole

Collective Noun – Knot

Length/Size – 3.5 to 8 cm

Life Expectancy – Maximum 15.8years

Mating Season  From May through mid-August

Special Features  Bright green body with patterns in black

Geographical Distribution – Korea, northeastern China, and parts of Russia

Natural Habitat – Found in the forests in lakes, ponds, rivers, streams and pools

Conservation Status – Least Concern

Diet – Worms, molluscs, insects and other invertebrates

Predators – Predatory birds