Exploring the World of Toads and Conservation Efforts

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Discover Priya's journey in wildlife biology and her creation of the national amphibian database, while reflecting on the endearing qualities and encounters with toads in her mother's garden. Delve into toads' lifespans, characteristics, and enjoy a touch of humor with sponsor mentions.

Toaaaaads! Friend or foe? Dive into a toad hollow with bufologist and charming human Priya Nanjappa, who is a wealth of knowledge and a font of affection for toads. Which toads are the biggest, the most poisonous, the history of the cane toad, toad licking, orgies with pythons, mating calls, evolution, wart film flam, witch myths , toad abodes and more. This episode will change the way you crouch down and shake hands with your tiny backyard grumpa.

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