In the steaming rainforests of South America, one tiny frog really stands out. Its bright yellow skin almost glows, like a small patch of sunshine sitting on a leaf. It looks harmless, but behind that cheerful color hides a deadly secret. So just how poisonous is the golden dart frog? The golden dart frog is … Read more
Many people wonder about the eating habits of different animals. When it comes to amphibians like salamanders and frogs, this question becomes quite interesting. Both animals live in similar places and share the same environments. But do salamanders actually eat frogs? Yes, some salamanders do eat frogs, but it’s rare. It usually only happens when … Read more
If you love animals and nature, you’ve probably wondered about salamanders and frogs. Both are amphibians, creatures that live part of their lives in water and part on land. But do salamanders and frogs get along? Salamanders and frogs can sometimes live peacefully together, but often they compete or even prey on each other. In … Read more
Croaking is one of the most common noises made by frogs. On warm, rainy nights, it’s common to hear the croaking choruses of hundreds of frogs coming from ponds or other freshwater bodies nearby. But have you ever wondered why frogs seem to start and stop croaking at the same time? Frogs start and stop … Read more
If you ever tried to pick a frog up, there is a very good chance it may pee on you. But have you ever wondered why frogs have this behavior? Frogs may pee on you when you pick them up as a defense mechanism to avoid being eaten. It is a sign the frog feels … Read more
Frogs are well known for their hops, and their ability to swim with great efficiency. But have you ever wondered just how fast frogs can move through their environments? In general, frogs can move at speeds of about 10 mph on land when hopping at full momentum. However, how fast frogs can move depends on … Read more
Frogs are well known for their hops, and their ability to leap impressive distances. But have you ever wondered how high frogs can jump? In general, most frogs can jump about 10 times their height, and 5 to 20 times their body length. However, some frogs can jump up to 50 times their length. Frogs … Read more
Frogs are amphibians, which means they live part of their lives in water and part on land. They have adaptations that enable them to thrive in both environments. Frogs have webbed feet for swimming and propelling themselves through the water. When swimming, a frog will kick its hind legs in unison, generating a forward thrust … Read more
Frogs have skin composed of thin membranous tissue that is quite permeable to water and contains a large network of blood vessels. They use this skin to breathe, and also to absorb water to rehydrate. Salt can kill frogs by disrupting the water and ionic exchange across their permeable skin. This can lead to serious dehydration … Read more
Most frogs are either nocturnal or crepuscular and are most active in the dark and twilight hours. When inactive, may frogs will burrow is soft soil or mud. But have you ever wondered why frogs burrow? Frogs burrow for a variety of reasons, such as to cool off or stay warm, to hide from predators, … Read more