About Incilius mazatlanensis (Taylor, 1940)
Taxonomy and Common Names
Incilius mazatlanensis, commonly known as the Sinaloa toad, is a species of toad belonging to the family Bufonidae.
Distribution
This species is endemic to Mexico, where it occurs along the Pacific coastal plain and adjacent slopes, ranging from southwestern Chihuahua and northern Sonora southward to Colima.
Habitat Types
Its natural habitats include tropical deciduous forest, tropical semi-deciduous forest, riparian environments, and lowland pine forest.
Population Status
It is a common species.
Threats and Conservation Status
It is not considered a threatened species overall, though local populations can be negatively affected by the desiccation of water systems.
