Frogs are amphibians that love wet moist environments. For this reason, they are often attracted to gardens and yards with a pond. Even watering your lawn can attract any frogs that may be close by. But do frogs attract snakes? In general, frogs do attract snakes. Frogs are one of the main prey species for … Read more
Cuban tree frogs are native to Cuba, the Bahamas, and the Cayman Islands. However, they were introduced to the coast of Florida, as well as parts of Puerto Rico, and several other places around the Americas and are now considered an invasive species in those places. But are Cuban tree frogs poisonous? Cuban tree frogs are … Read more
American toads are medium-sized toads found throughout the eastern United States and Canada. They generally have a brown or reddish coloration, with scattered dark spots each encircling one to three wart-like bumps on the back. But are American toads poisonous? American toads are mildly poisonous. They have large parotid glands behind the eyes, and warty … Read more
Frogs are aggressive predators that aren’t picky with what they eat. Different frog species can eat slightly different things, mainly based on their size and the environment they live in. In general, the bigger the frog, the bigger the prey it can eat. But do frogs eat snakes? In general, frogs eat snakes that are … Read more
Leopard frogs are mediumly-sized frogs found across much of the Northern part of North America. Like most frogs, leopard frogs are obligate carnivores, which means they eat animal protein instead of plants or vegetation. But what do leopard frogs eat? Leopard frogs are generalist predators that will eat almost any prey they can fit into … Read more
If you ever look at a toad, you will notice it looks so much different from other amphibians. It has dry rough skin with a bumpy texture, and rather than hop like most frogs, it will mostly move around by crawling. But have you ever wondered how toads breathe? Toads breathe using their lungs as … Read more
Most people know that frogs and toads are generalist carnivores that feast on worms and a wide variety of bugs. However, many people wonder if frogs can eat bees and other stinging insects. So, do frogs eat bees? In general, frogs do eat bees and bee larvae. They are opportunistic predators that will eat almost … Read more
Gray tree frogs are fairly large tree frogs ( 1 – 2 inches in length) with rough, warty skin. Despite their name, not all gray tree frogs are actually gray. They vary in coloration from mottled gray or brownish-gray to light green, but their color can change depending on their environment. But are gray tree … Read more
Pickerel frogs are medium-sized frogs that are frequently confused with Leopard Frogs. They can be identified by their brown, copper, or green coloration with distinctive square spots in two rows down their backs. But, are pickerel frogs poisonous? Pickerel frogs are mildly poisonous. When frightened, they produce skin secretions that are toxic or distasteful to … Read more
Tiger Salamanders are one of the largest terrestrial salamanders in the world. These beautiful amphibians can grow to be over 13 inches long and make great pets. Though a popular pet, many still wonder if tiger salamanders are poisonous. Tiger salamanders produce mildly poisonous secretions from special glands on their tail, which makes them taste … Read more