Another species that occurs statewide is the Fowler's Toad, Bufowoodhousiifowleri. This species closely resembles the American Toad in appearance, but
breeds later in the summer, and its call is distinctive. Physically, Fowler's Toads can be distinguished from the American Toad by their 3 or more warts on the large spots on their back, their
unspotted chest and belly, and
their parotoid gland which touches the cranial ridge behind the eye. The short (1-4 seconds), unmusical wailing call of the Fowler's toad is a familiar evening sound along the
shore of Kentucky's lakes and rivers.