Habitat:
Temporary shallow wetlands, ponds and ditches at forest edges and meadows

Activity period :
Mainly active at night, generally discreet during the day.

Identification and description:
The yellow-bellied toad is a small amphibian 30–40 mm long, with olive-brown dorsal coloration and bright yellow belly mottled with black. It inhabits temporary shallow wetlands at forest edges and meadows, feeding on insects, spiders and worms. During breeding, males emit high-pitched calls near shallow pools and females lay clusters of eggs on aquatic vegetation.

Recommended lens:
Macro – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.

Photography tips:
Position yourself near temporary ponds, crouch at ground level and wait for males calling at the water’s edge. Photograph early morning with a shallow depth of field to isolate the subject and a fast shutter speed to freeze its sudden movements.