I have two gulf coast toads that are within a few months of age. One is over two inches and healthy, but the other just got to one inch. Am I misidentifying the small one? Small toad was born with one eye. Is it possible that it’s a genetic thing? I’ll post a pic of them.
Hi!
I don't think you've misidentified them. Maybe the larger one is a female or the smaller one may be suffering from an illness or deficiency? How is the smaller toad's appetitie? I would say that if he is eating well, acting normal, defacating regularly... then maybe nothing to worry about. I wish I knew more about the species to be helpful. Hopefully another member will be able to give you more information! I have 2 American toads... Speckles and Shima. At first, Speckles was much larger than Shima but over the last few months, Shima has grown to be 3xs the size of Speckles and I have been able to identify that she is female, which grow much larger than the males. Perhaps this is the same in your case? Good luck!
~Cathy
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The larger one is definitely a male - he has a blue “beard”, squeaks occasionally and has nuptial pads. Small toad’s appetite, activity, and defecation are normal and no signs of MBD. Maybe he’s just a smol bean American toads are awesome by the way Thanks!
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Yes... maybe he's just the runt of the litter... so to speak. As long as he's eating & acting normal, I wouldn't worry! They are adorable though! The pic of the smaller one sitting on top of the larger one is just toooo cute!!
~Cathy
I have learned... still learning... ALWAYS LEARNING!
Every moment is a teachable moment!
Mistakes are not always a terrible thing, especially when you learn from them!
I know right! I don’t keep them together cause size difference but they’re friends
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