Aquatic Toad on Leaf
This aquatic toad appeared on my property in the spring of 2023 and always sun bathed on the same leaves near the water’s edge. He soon became very comfortable in my presence and being photographed. The tiny toad has the circumference of a silver dollar.
I saw the toad nearly every day and would approach slowly, talking softly. The dewlap under his neck would start throbbing upon hearing my greeting (a display of joy and contentment.)
While amphibians obviously don’t understand words, if spoken to with a gentle, musical voice, some can sense intention and emotion in the tonalities. Within the same species, one encounters different personalities exhibiting varying levels of sensitivity.
The photo was taken with the camera eighteen inches from my little friend.
Aquatic Toad on Leaf
This aquatic toad appeared on my property in the spring of 2023 and always sun bathed on the same leaves near the water’s edge. He soon became very comfortable in my presence and being photographed. The tiny toad has the circumference of a silver dollar.
I saw the toad nearly every day and would approach slowly, talking softly. The dewlap under his neck would start throbbing upon hearing my greeting (a display of joy and contentment.)
While amphibians obviously don’t understand words, if spoken to with a gentle, musical voice, some can sense intention and emotion in the tonalities. Within the same species, one encounters different personalities exhibiting varying levels of sensitivity.
The photo was taken with the camera eighteen inches from my little friend.