parotoids
/pəˈrɔɪtɔɪdz/
noun
- Plural of parotoid; the paired glandular structures located behind the eyes of many amphibians, especially toads, that secrete defensive toxins.
- The parotoids of the Colorado River toad contain a potent hallucinogen.
- Many predators learn to avoid toads because of the toxins in their parotoids.
- The size and shape of the parotoids help scientists identify different toad species.