Cane Toad Eggs and Tadpoles: Spot and Stop the Next Generation

Stopping cane toads is easier when you catch them before they hatch. As the rains approach, knowing how to spot cane toad eggs and tadpoles can save you a whole season of trouble.

What to look for

Cane toads lay eggs in long, gel-like strands — distinct from the clumps native frogs produce — in standing water like ponds, ditches, birdbaths, and pool-deck puddles. The tadpoles are small and black and often gather in groups in shallow water. A single female can lay thousands of eggs at a time.

Safe removal

If you find eggs or tadpoles in water you control, such as a backyard pond or container, remove the water source where you safely can. Always wear gloves, since cane toad eggs and tadpoles are toxic, and never relocate them to natural waterways.

Break the cycle on land

Eliminating breeding water plus an organic deterrent around your yard keeps the next generation from settling in. PupDefense discourages the adults that would otherwise return to breed near your home.

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