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Cane Toad
Rhinella marina
4
Dangerous
danger 4 out of 5
What you should know
Poisonous to pets, and the toad Florida vets warn about the most. A dog that licks one gets very sick very fast.
Whoa
If a dog mouths one, rinse its mouth sideways so it does not swallow the water, and call a vet immediately.
Staying safe around it
This one is poisonous, which means it hurts you if you touch it or eat it. It cannot chase you, so the rule is simple: look, do not touch.
Always ask a grown-up before you touch any animal or plant. If something bites or stings you, tell an adult right away.
Source: ASPCA
Read more about the cane toad at Wikipedia.