Southern Toad (IMAGE) University of Georgia Caption The southern toad population is in danger from both climate change and copper contamination, according to a study from the University of Georgia's Savannah River Ecology Laboratory. Credit David E. Scott/University of Georgia Usage Restrictions The image may only be used with appropriate credit. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.