Incilius periglenes Alaskacephale Snout-tail length 228 mm

Snout-tail length 228 mm

together with its large size

possibly useful for detecting prey or staying alert for predators

terrestrial that progressively adapted to the aquatic environment

a process known as gastrolithism

Incilius periglenes Alaskacephale Snout-tail length 228 mmIncilius periglenes, commonly known as the Monteverde golden toad, is a species of anuran amphibian belonging to the family Bufonidae. This toad was endemic to a small range in the Tilarn Mountain Range, in Costa Rica, and was discovered in 1966 by herpetologist Jay Savage. Sadly, it is considered extinct, with the last sighting confirmed in 1989. Description and MorphologyIncilius periglenes was known for its distinctive and striking appearance,