4 Reasons Why Frogs Live Near Water (Or In Damp Places

Why do frogs live near water

Many people know that most frogs love to hang around in or near freshwater bodies, such as ponds, lakes, or streams. But have you ever wondered why frogs live near water?  Frogs live near bodies of freshwater because they need to keep their skin moist. Frogs breathe through their skin, in addition to their lungs, … Read more

Do Frogs Change Color? (Science Behind Color Variations

Do frogs change color

Many frogs have a coloration that helps them blend into their environments. Frogs of the same species living in different regions may have variations in fixed color patterns, suited to their specific environments. But can frogs change color? Many frog species are capable of changing color in response to background color, mood, light, and temperature … Read more

Do Tree Frogs Change Color? (Color Variations Explained

Do tree frogs change color

Many tree frogs have a coloration that helps them blend into their environments. Tree frogs that spend most of their time among green foliage may have a green coloration, while those that spend most of their time closer to the ground may have a brownish coloration.  But do tree frogs change color? Many tree frog … Read more

Why Do Frogs Ride On Each Other’s Backs?

Why do frogs ride on each other's backs

Frogs are amphibians, meaning they spend part of their lives in the water and part on land. In the spring, frogs head to their breeding sites, and it’s common to see frogs ‘piggybacking’ on other frogs. Frogs ride on each other backs to mate in an embrace called ‘amplexus’. In almost all frog and toad … Read more

Frog Eggs vs Toad Eggs: Key Differences You Should Know!

Frog eggs Vs Toad Eggs.

When the winter ends and warmer spring temperatures arrive, amphibians emerge from hibernation and migrate to breeding sites to lay their eggs. Most frogs and toads will lay their eggs in the water, but many will lay their eggs on land. Amphibian eggs laid in the water can be difficult to tell apart unless you … Read more

Everything You Need To Know About Spring Peeper Eggs

Spring Peeper Eggs.

Spring peepers (Pseudacris crucifer) are small, slender tree frogs found throughout much of the eastern part of North America. Like most frogs, spring peepers reproduce by laying eggs. These eggs are laid in shallow, fish-free freshwater bodies and attached to submerged vegetation near the water’s surface. Unlike most frogs which lay their eggs in masses, … Read more

Everything You Need To Know About Gray Tree Frog Eggs

Gray Tree Frog Eggs

Like most frogs, Gray tree frogs (Dryophytes versicolor), reproduce by laying eggs. These eggs are laid in shallow, fish-free freshwater bodies and attached to submerged vegetation near the water’s surface. Like other frog eggs, Gray tree frog eggs do not have a hard outer shell to protect the developing embryos. Rather, each egg has a … Read more

Everything You Need To Know About American Toad Eggs

American toad eggs.

American toads ((Anaxyrus americanus) are the most broadly distributed species of true toads (Bufonidae) in North America. They can be found in most areas of eastern Canada and the United States. Like most toads, American toads reproduce by laying eggs. The eggs are laid in jelly-like strings, along plants, or on the bottoms of shallow water … Read more

Everything You Need To Know About Tree Frog Eggs

Tree frog eggs

The majority of tree frog species reproduce by laying eggs. These eggs are typically laid in the water and attached to submerged vegetation near the water surface – or on plants hanging over ponds. Some tree frog species such as the common coqui (Eleutherodactylus coqui) lay their eggs on plants away from water and even … Read more

Can Frogs Survive Without Water?

Can frogs survive without water?

Many people know that most frogs love to hang around water and are very efficient swimmers. But have you ever wondered if frogs can survive without direct access to water? Most frogs can not survive without direct access to fresh water. Frogs generally require access to water to keep their skin moist, hydrate, lay their … Read more