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What is a group of toads called?
A knot
of toads
a knota knaba nest
| Animal | Toads |
| Category | Reptiles & Amphibians |
| Collective noun | Knot, Knab, Nest |
| Baby name | Tadpole |
💡 A “knot” of toads is the traditional collective noun.
FAQ
What is a group of toads called?
A group of toads is called a knot. Other accepted terms include a knab, a nest.
Are there other names for a group of toads?
Yes — besides a “knot,” you may see “knab”, “nest”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.
What is a baby toad called?
A baby toad is called a tadpole.
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Collective nouns are a mix of traditional “terms of venery,” literary inventions and modern coinages. Several variants are often equally “correct.”