How do toad bugs resemble tiny toads?

Toad bugs (family Gelastocoridae) are members of the Heteroptera suborder that earn their name through their physical resemblance to tiny frogs or toads. This likeness is primarily due to their short, broad body shape and their prominent, protruding eyes.1

In addition to their appearance, toad bugs share behavioral similarities with their amphibian namesakes; they capture their prey by leaping upon it, a movement reminiscent of a toad's hunting style. These insects are typically found in environments such as the muddy edges of streams and ponds, where their coloration often varies to match their surroundings.1