Fire-bellied Toad (Noun)
Meaning
Toad of central and eastern Europe having red or orange patches mixed with black on its underside.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The fire-bellied toad, a striking amphibian species native to central and eastern Europe, was found to thrive in various habitats near bodies of water.
- The researchers conducted an extensive study on the mating habits of the fire-bellied toad, documenting its complex rituals.
- During the breeding season, male fire-bellied toads vocally compete to attract females in their shared aquatic territory.
- Due to its brightly colored underside, the fire-bellied toad serves as an important model for research on aposematic coloration and its role in predator deterrence.
- Local conservationists launched an initiative to protect the fire-bellied toad and its rapidly dwindling natural habitats across eastern Europe.