Coming across my first ever Sonoran Desert Toad (Incilius alvarius) in the midnight out in the desert was such a surprise! I’d really wanted to see this species on my trip out west, so finding one felt awesome! It’s really weird to see an amphibian so far from water and somewhere so dry, but they do just fine in the harsh arid desert conditions! Such a trippy animal! 😵‍💫🐸😵‍💫🐸😵‍💫🐸😵‍💫🐸😵‍💫🐸😵‍💫🐸😵‍💫🐸😵‍💫🐸😵‍💫🐸😵‍💫 #wildlife #nature #instagramreels #naturephotography #wildlif

The Sonoran Desert Toad is an amphibian known for producing a poison that contains the psychedelic DMT. This toad poses a threat to dogs all around Tucson, with their poison being deadly to those who bite. The Humane Society of Southern Arizona and Animal Experts, Inc. have been pioneering a program to help dogs and owners avoid contact with these dangerous toads. | Arizona Illustrated