“Here in Scotland the natterjack is at the very edge its range; the Solway Coast is the most northerly place on earth you’ll find it.
“And with its coastal habitat now being at almost constant risk, whether from storms, droughts, or sea level rise, its future in Scotland is teetering on the brink.”
He said that to ensure its survival it was vital to know how it was faring and urged people in the area to lend a hand.
Anyone who hears a toad should let ARC know by sending the date, time and location and, if possible, an audio recording to sote@arc-trust.org., external