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Their scientific name is Bufo marinus, and they are native to Central America, but since being introduced to Australia and the United States, they have caused great damage to the environment and native species.
http://animaldiversity.org/site/accounts/information/Bufo_marinus.html
Details of characteristics, range, food, habitat and reproduction. From Animal Diversity Web.
http://www.pestsmart.org.au/pest-animal-species/cane-toad/
Describes the Australian distribution and biology, and the damage caused.
http://www.canetoads.com.au/
Kimberley Toadbusters are volunteers trying to keep this destructive introduced species out of Western Australia. Includes photographs and newsletters from fieldwork near Kununurra, and explains how anyone can help.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/UW046
Presents identification guide, range, and habitat, as well as an assessment of damage caused, and how to treat poisoned pets. Provided by the University of Florida.
http://www.ehp.qld.gov.au/wildlife/threats/cane_toad.html
Features brief description, habitat and distribution, behavior and environmental impact in Queensland, Australia. With photograph.
http://www.frogsafe.org.au/cane_toads/history.shtml
The Frog Safe Group describes the effects of this introduced species on the numbers and habitat of native frogs in Australia. Includes recommendations for humane disposal.
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