About Incilius occidentalis (Camerano, 1879)
The pine toad, scientifically named Incilius occidentalis, is a species of toad belonging to the family Bufonidae. This species is endemic to Mexico, where it occurs on the Central Mexican Plateau. It is a common toad that lives in a wide variety of habitats, including lowland xeric scrub, deciduous forest, coniferous forests, and oak forests. It can also live in disturbed environments. Breeding for this toad takes place in streams. The main threats to Incilius occidentalis are desiccation, alteration, and pollution of its breeding habitat.
