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Pelobates vespertinus, commonly known as Pallas’ spadefoot toad, is a species of toad in the family Pelobatidae. It is native to Eastern Europe and parts of Central Asia, with a broad range extending from eastern Ukraine and southern Russia to western Siberia and northern Kazakhstan. Previously considered a subspecies of Pelobates fuscus, it is now recognized as a distinct species based on morphological, cytogenetic, and genomic evidence.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Pallas' Spadefoot being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Amphibia
- Order
- Anura
- Family
- Pelobatidae
- Genus
- Pelobates
- Species
- Pelobates vespertinus
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