{"product_id":"eastern-narrow-mouth-toad","title":"Narrow Mouth Toad","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNarrow-Mouthed Toads Currently AVAILABLE!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeet the Narrow-Mouthed Toad: Small, Secretive, and Unique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Narrow-Mouthed Toad is a fascinating native amphibian known for its rounded body, pointed snout, and unusual ant-loving diet. Despite the name, this species is actually a tiny frog-like toad with smooth skin and a distinctive high-pitched call that resembles the bleating of a sheep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNarrow-Mouthed Toads are small, compact amphibians that usually grow between 1 and 1.5 inches long. They typically display gray, brown, or olive coloration with a dark stripe running along the sides of the body. Their narrow pointed head and smooth skin give them a very unique appearance compared to most true toads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn nature, these toads are commonly found in moist woodlands, grassy fields, wetlands, ponds, and areas with loose soil and leaf litter. They spend much of their time hidden under logs, rocks, or vegetation where humidity remains high.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehavior:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNarrow-Mouthed Toads are shy, secretive, and mostly nocturnal. They are excellent burrowers and prefer spending daylight hours hidden beneath moist substrate. During rainy weather and warm evenings, males produce their distinctive nasal calls near shallow water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese tiny toads specialize in feeding on ants, termites, and other very small insects. In captivity, they can also consume pinhead crickets, flightless fruit flies, springtails, and other appropriately sized live prey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith proper care and stable environmental conditions, Narrow-Mouthed Toads can live several years in captivity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese toads thrive in humid naturalistic enclosures with soft substrate and plenty of hiding areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: Maintain temperatures between 70–80°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity: Ideal humidity ranges between 60–80%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnclosure: Bioactive terrariums with moss, leaf litter, cork bark, and shallow water dishes work very well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate: Use moisture-retaining substrate suitable for burrowing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Quality: Always provide clean, dechlorinated water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeding: Offer very small live insects several times weekly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Narrow-Mouthed Toads Stand Out:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique appearance unlike typical frogs or toads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInteresting natural burrowing behavior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall size perfect for naturalistic terrariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive sheep-like calls during breeding season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative species well adapted to southeastern environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Live Aquaponics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44595663241351,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0299\/9743\/2967\/files\/NarrowMouthToad.webp?v=1778705227","url":"https:\/\/liveaquaponics.com\/products\/eastern-narrow-mouth-toad","provider":"Live Aquaponics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}