Local police in Kansas City has arrested a 21-year old man for allegedly possessing a highly-hallucinogenic toad.

Police said David Theiss planned to get high by licking the Colorado River Toad's venom glands, which can induce hallucinogenic effects.

Animal expert Danny Snyder said some "People used to do it all the time but it got faded out awhile, but came back as a fad," but added using the frog to get high isn't a "smart" move.

The venom from the toad is believed to be potent enough to make people sick and will kill most pets prompting; pet shops to stop stocking the toad.

Theiss, who had already been released on bail, is facing charges of possession of the toad "with the intention of using it as a hallucinogen."

The toad remains in custody at a police crime lab.