The Eastern Spadefoot Toad is a species of toads that are known for their large eyes, as compared to their relatively smaller bodies. Found in different parts of the Asian subcontinent, these toads are have two distinct subgenera.

Scientific Name – Leptobrachiumhasseltii

Classification – Leptobrachium

Gender Names – Male – male; Female – female; Baby – tadpole

Collective Noun – Knot

Length/Size – 37.5-62.0 mm

Life Expectancy – At least 5 years; up to 12.3 years in captivity

Mating Season – March to July (mostly during and after the rains)

Gestation Period – Up to 40 days (larval period)

Special Features – The female of the species is larger than the male

Geographical Distribution – South of China, NE India, Southeast Asia, also found in the islands of the Sunda Shelf and in Philippines

Natural Habitat – In or around shallow ponds or fresh water bodies

Diet – Worms and different arthropods

Predators –Snakes and various water birds