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Rhinella marina

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

Rhinella marina, also known as the cane toad or marine toad, is a large amphibian native to Central and South America. It has been introduced to various countries around the world as a biological control method for pests but has become an invasive species itself.

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