May 14, 2018 · Toadfish are renowned for their territorial behavior, and it is likely that these loud calls have developed to warn off potential rivals through a series of grunts and postures. As an …

The IUCN lists five species of toadfishes as Vulnerable— the Cotuero toadfish (Batrachoides manglae), the whitespotted toadfish (Sanopus astrifer), the whitelined toadfish (S. green …

Behavior and reproduction: Oyster toadfish make a grunting noise by rubbing muscles across their swim bladder. Males use a boat-whistle call to attract females to nesting sites. Males …