Wifey and I moved into our new house on Halloween of 2017. When spring arrived I saw all these tiny toads hopping around the yard. They needed a habitat. So I built one.

Step 1: HABITAT LOCALE

This area (as the previous owners left it) seemed ready made for a habitat.

Step 2: Decor

I rummaged through the garage and found toady stuff, and rummaged in the yard and around the house and found bricks.

Step 3: 'TIS SOME LONELY VISITOR, I MUTTERED.....

No sooner had I begun when a toad paid a visit to the area.

Step 4: THE TOAD POND

I found a cover in the garage to some forgotten serving dish. I wanted something I could change the water frequently knowing mosquitoes would also visit the habitat. I leveled the area and added water, then gathered the bricks.

Step 5: I ADDED BRICKS

I created cubbies for the toads to hide and feel secure in, and to my surprise, I hadn't even finished decorating the habitat when a toad jumped into the pond. He didn't move at all while I finished decorating the area. It was at this point I knew I was doing the right thing.

Step 6: FINISHING TOUCHES

At this point I stopped and let Mr. Toad enjoy the pond. I will, over time, add plants and what-not to the habitat. I might even build Toad Hall. And if you look carefully, you'll see Mr. toad is still in the pond.

I checked the pond again and there was another toad, unless it was the same toad showing his other profile. If more come I'll post their pictures.

I added Toad Hall.

There was a baby toad in the pond today. They seem to be enjoying it.

A large toad visited the pond.

Shaggy mane mushrooms (coprinus comatus) grew.

Let me know what you think. Comments are always welcome and questions are always answered.

KJ