Toad

usgb/təʊd/
noun

A small animal with dry skin, similar to a frog but lives on land.

He found a toad hiding under a rock in the garden.
Visual representation of "toad" - A small animal with dry skin, similar to a frog but lives on land
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Land Habitat

Toads prefer dry environments on land, unlike frogs which are often found near water.

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The dry soil of the forest is perfect for toads.
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Dry and Warty

Toads usually have dry, bumpy skin, which is different from the smooth skin of frogs.

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You can recognize a toad by its warty skin.
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Similar to Frogs

Toads are similar to frogs but are a distinct type of animal, mainly terrestrial.

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Kids often confuse toads with frogs at first sight.
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