Arizona field viewing guide
Red-spotted toad in Arizona — where & when to see them by RV
Anaxyrus punctatus
Small toad with red-orange spots on back.
4peak months
3prime spots
Natural history
About the Red-spotted toad
Nocturnal and secretive, emerging after monsoon rains to breed in rocky streams. Males call with a high-pitched trill.
Where to look
Conservation status
See the Red-spotted toad up close
When to watch
The best months to see the red-spotted toad
Wildlife runs on a calendar. Here is the window when sightings peak in Arizona — plan your trip around the lit months, then check the local refuge or park report before you go.
Best months
Apr · May · Jun · Jul
Look near rocky pools in canyons after summer rains; check official park reports for recent sightings.
Plan the trip
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Good to know
Common questions
What do red-spotted toads eat?
They eat small insects and arthropods.
Are they active during the day?
No, they are primarily nocturnal, hiding under rocks during the day.
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