Question 1

I found a frog or toad in my yard — what should I do?

Accepted Answer

Usually the kindest thing is to leave it where it is — that spot is its home. Wash your hands before and after, and don't move it far. If it looks injured, contact a local wildlife rehabber. If it might be an invasive species like a cane toad, don't relocate it — contact your state wildlife agency.

Question 2

Should I keep a wild frog, toad, or salamander I found?

Accepted Answer

No. Wild native amphibians do best in the wild, and keeping one is illegal without a permit. Release it right where you found it. If it genuinely needs help, contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator rather than trying to raise it yourself.

Question 3

I found an injured wild amphibian — how do I help it?

Accepted Answer

Handle it as little as possible with clean, damp hands or rinsed gloves. Place it in a covered container with a moistened (not soaked) paper towel, keep it warm, dark and quiet, and call a wildlife rehabber before transporting — not every rehabber takes amphibians, so ring first. Don't feed it or treat wounds yourself.

Question 4

How do I know if the toad I found is an invasive cane toad?

Accepted Answer

Cane toads are large (about 6–9 inches) with no crests or ridges above the eyes and big parotoid glands on the shoulders; native toads are smaller and usually have brow crests. If it might be a cane toad, don’t relocate it — confirm the ID with Seek and contact your state wildlife agency, and keep pets away, because the toxin can kill a dog.

I found an amphibian — what do I do?

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