Hello all!

Today two of my toads (I believe Dwarf American) decided to engage in amplexus for the first time -- but instead of being in their pond, they are on the substrate. Rather, Jake (the female, yes named Jake) is partially burrowed in the substrate, with her suitor...well, exactly where you'd think he'd be.

I really want this mating to be successful, as Jake is a gorgeous leucistic girl and I'm hoping she'll pass those genes along. Her as-yet-unnamed suitor is also a beautiful range of pinks and rosy colors, so I think their offspring could be quite interesting.

From what I've read, I shouldn't try to move them during amplexus, but what happens if I don't? They just started this morn; will they move to the water of their own volition or should I intervene?

Thanks so much in advance...and if anyone's interested in their (possibly) leucistic offspring, please feel free to contact me!