Bufo canorus - Yosemite Toad

[John]

Superb shots, David. Thank you for sharing - it's appreciated.

[tylototriton]

Great Pictures! Just wondering since i'm shopping for a camera, what are you shooting with?

Alex

[John]

I believe David uses a Sony DSC-F828. However having seen quite a few of David's photos over the last few months I believe these photos are the result of skill and a great eye, rather than equipment. He just came top of the judging on the Caudata.org Calendar competition (we haven't officially announced the winners but one of his photos received the most votes) and there was some pretty stiff competition.

[jody]

what wonderful pictures. can I use chorus frog as a model for my next watercolor. im not a pro yet, I dont sell them, but will be glad to send you one of what ever I paint.

[coltiger]

Those pictures are amazing! That is a good looking toad, are those toads endangered now?

[coltiger]

In addition to its listing as an endangered animal on the IUCN Red List, Bufo canorus is a Category 2 candidate for listing as an Endangered Species by the United States fish and Wildlife Service. Vehicular traffic kills, prolonged periods of drought, and disease all claim partial responsibility in the rapid decline of Bufo canorus. Attempts are being made at various zoological institutions throughout the U.S. to successfully breed and reintroduce this species back into its native range. (Romanisic and Chaver, 2002)

I guess I found the answer

[John]

Interesting reading, thanks Coltiger.