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Erdkröte

common toad

noun AYRT-kroe-te Rare
Animals & Nature Wild Animals

Usage Note

Erdkröte (Bufo bufo) is Germany's most common and widespread toad. Every spring, large numbers migrate to their breeding ponds; volunteer 'Krötenzäune' (toad fences) are erected along roads to prevent casualties. Distinct from Frosch (frog) by its dry, warty skin.

Examples

"Freiwillige sammelten Erdkröten auf und trugen sie sicher über die Straße."

Natural Translation

Volunteers collected common toads and carried them safely across the road.

Literal Translation

Volunteers collected common-toads and carried them safely over the road.

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