Despite their name, Bufo marinus, the toads cannot survive in seawater nor survive on land without water. “It’s a pretty unique place from that point of view,” he said. “There are no rivers; it is ...

A narrow patch of land stands between the invasive species and the Pilbara – 27 million hectares where native species thrive.

Early spring is the start of the breeding season for common toads (Bufo bufo to scientists). A warm, wet evening is the perfect cue for males to embark for a pond where they hope to find a mate.

Recent wet and humid weather in Queensland has led to a surge in cane toad breeding activity across the state. Invasive species manager at Watergum Kelsi Taylor said the recent inclement weather ...