The skin and ear glands of toads living in the middle zone contain toxic substances.
Therefore, if you see a frog, do not rush to pick it up - there is a very real danger to your well-being.
What happens if you touch a toad
Since human skin is quite good at protecting against toad venom, touching these creatures (not all of them, just some) may cause irritation, nothing more.
But the idea that as a result the skin will become covered with warts is nothing more than a myth.
If the poison gets on the mucous membranes, the irritation will be much stronger: for example, if it gets into the eyes, vision deteriorates (fortunately, temporarily), painful sensations and photophobia occur.
To be seriously poisoned, a toad must at least be licked or eaten.
When the poison enters the stomach, it causes abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and sweating.
The toxin's effect on the heart can even result in death.
