The Western Toad is a medium-sized amphibian native to western North America. It typically has a warty, brownish-green skin that helps it blend into its surroundings. Adults can grow up to 4 to 6 inches long and are known for their distinctive parotoid glands, which secrete toxins to deter predators. These toads prefer moist habitats, such as forests, grasslands, and wetlands, where they can find food and shelter. They are primarily nocturnal and feed on insects and other small invertebrates. During the breeding season, they migrate to ponds or streams to lay their eggs, which hatch into tadpoles.