Oriental Fire Bellied Toads
Oriental Fire Bellied toads, or Bombina orientalis are found in southeastern Siberia, northeastern China and Korea. They are noted for their bright green and black coloration on their backs, and brilliant orange and black on their underside. These bright colors serve as a warning to predators (as in "I'm toxic!"). While not the most toxic of amphibians, regular handling is not recommended (avoid if there are cuts on your hands) and your hands should always be washed thoroughly immediately after touching the frog.

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Fire bellied toads do not have extendable tongues, so they use their mouths to grab their food and stuff it into their mouths with their forelegs. They will take a variety of prey items, including crickets and other insects. They will grow to a size of 6 cm (2 3/8 inches).

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