Spade Foot Toads Mating Behavior

The video describes the seasonal awakening of spade foot toads triggered by the first thunder. These toads emerge from the ground and gather in flooded desert pools for a brief mating ritual, as the water is temporary and they must act quickly.

What natural event triggers the awakening of the spade foot toads?

• The migration of birds

• The blooming of desert flowers

• The season's first thunder

• The first snowfall

Where do the spade foot toads gather for their activities?

• In the forest

• On mountain tops

• In flooded desert pools

• In urban areas

What is the main reason for the toads' urgency in their mating process?

• The changing weather conditions

• The limited availability of water

• The presence of predators

• The competition with other species

How often do the spade foot toads emerge for mating each year?

• Every month

• Multiple times

• Once

• Twice

What is the duration of the toads' mating event?

• A month-long process

• A day-long event

• A one-night stand

• A week-long event