I had company out on the deck this morning for a few minutes before I left for work. It seems that even toads like to sit and reflect on a hazy grey morning. I’m not sure what manner of insect that is hanging from his mouth, but I’m happy to have him dispose of it for me.
he looks a little grim – maybe the bug tasted bitter
He does like a little constipated, doesn’t he.
he does – did you feed him (this is no reflection on your cooking!)
It could be a reflection on my cooking – but no, I didn’t feed him. There seem to be plenty of cobwebs around this year for him to chose from.
my cooking makes me look like that–except I do not eat bugs unless they are well done (am I annoying you yet–I am doing this instead of the work I am supposed to get done – sorry)
Not annoying me at all. I’m procrastinating too.
What a great pic Heidi! I decided to start doing a pic of the week I don’t know yet whether I will do the Wordless Wednesday features but its kind of cool how much can be said with a picture!
I’m not sure I could come up with a good enough photo to do it every week. I had to crawl around on the deck in my work clothes to get this one. I’m sure I looked a little ridiculous.
Well it was a good close up! I mostly just choose what interests me…of course I do that with my blog topics too
I love it! Heidi just think of how many more bugs this little chap consumes in a day! Always a fan of toads/frogs….I keep little stone caves in the garden for habitat and to encourage them to stick around.
I’ve always assumed they were hanging around out there, but I’ve never seen one hop up on the deck before. Maybe I should make him a toadhouse so he’ll stick around.
Believe it or not Heidi, they ‘sell’ such in the fancy gardening magazines…. I know you won’t be calling up any time soon to buy one, however I bet your kids would enjoy making a couple out of stones or up turned (stable) clay pots
Love it!
What fantastic company! Toads always remind me of the English Bulldogs of the reptilian/amphibian world.
I thought he kind of looks like the judge that performed the marriage ceremony for my husband and I..
Awwwww, I love him!! He’s a handy guy to have around!
Lovely! My toad only appears in the evenings, so he’s a dinner guest. He’s also a messy eater, but like you, I’m glad he’s there
He’s fabulous! Can we have a picture of you crawling after him on your hands and knees next time?
absolutely not.
It has that “fish out of water” look!
Fantastic photo but I cannot get excited about toads. Here in the northern half of Australia we are overrun by cone toads – an introduced pest.
I can’t say that I get overly excited about them either, even seeing them rarely. I think I just liked this little guy ’cause he had food on his face.
Like fairy – I’m in Australia – and it is really hard to get excited about Cane Toads which are a real problem. I imagine there are native toads but I wouldn’t have a clue what they look like! Cane Toads are ugly, your fella is kinda cute in a gruff sort of a way! – K xx
Ugh he’s a delight…. I like that we’ve all assumed it’s a male, like female toads are such glamour pusses, or perhaps you’re all up with gender identification of toads and I’m the only ignorant one.
I couldnt sex a toad to save my life. I assume he’s male because he has food on his face.
What an amazing specimen! Awesome that you were able to catch him. He seems completely unaware that you are there
A fantastic shot, i am impressed that he stood so still for you.. amazing work.. c
Glad to hear I’m not the only one with amphibian visitors. Although I’d like it if mine showed up in a normal place like the deck. The bedroom doorway and the roof are a little weird for me.
You have a peeping toad? That would be a little strange..
Not sure it’s all one toad, but they’ve got to be related given how adventurous they’re being. Either that or they’ve got a bet going on.
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