Mexican Spadefoot

Spea multiplicata

The Mexican Spadefoot is a classic monsoon breeder of the desert Southwest. After summer rains form temporary pools, thousands emerge simultaneously to breed. Tadpoles develop in a race against evaporation, metamorphosing in as little as two weeks.

Habitat

Desert grasslands and scrublands of the Southwest, emerging after heavy rains

Diet

Insects and other invertebrates

How common

Common

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