The flame-red Bandiagara cliffs of Mali may appear lifeless, but toads survive in this desert landscape. These animals burrow underground or hide in rock crevasses, entering estivation (a form of hot hibernation) to escape the heat of the dry season. They also seek out water seeps in which to breed. AMNH herpetologist Chris Raxworthy ventured to this relatively unexplored region in search of amphibians that are often overlooked. One such species is this Subsaharan toad, which is able to withstand the extreme climate conditions.