This category contains articles that have to do with identifying frogs and learning about different types of frogs, from terrestrial (toads), to arboreal (tree), to aquatic frog species.
Australia is home to hundreds of different frog species that can be found in every kind of environment across the Land Down Under. Terrestrial, arboreal, and aquatic frogs can be found in every part of Australia and many are protected by law. There are approximately 250 known frog species in Australia and about 93% of …
Amphibians are incredibly diverse and fascinating creatures, but many species can pose risks for humans and animals. Cane Toads have become quite a problem worldwide, and they are classified as an invasive species. However, their invasive nature is not the only concern, and they can be harmful to the surrounding lifeforms. Cane Toads are highly …
Despite the dry, hot temperatures and salty coastal waters, California is home to over 50 different amphibious creatures including frogs, toads, and salamanders. Among these amphibians, frogs are the most widespread. As a general rule, California is home to a wide variety of frogs including California Tree Frogs, American Bullfrogs, Pacific Tree Frogs, California Red-Legged …
The urban legend of the Loveland Frog that originated in Ohio folklore has made this State a favourite location to look for frogs. Though have been no recent sightings of giant frogs since the legend was started in the 1970s, there is a very diverse range of frogs and toads that can be found in …
Florida is home to plenty of different frog species because the climate is so wonderful for these amphibians. However, it is important to note that some frogs are poisonous in Florida. Poisonous frogs and toads can generally be dangerous to pets and young children. So which poisonous frogs should you avoid in Florida? As a …
Although New Jersey is not the most iconic hotspot for amphibians, plenty of fascinating frogs roam this area. New Jersey still has a vast selection of terrestrial, aquatic and arboreal frog species. Many frog species live in New Jersey, such as the American Bullfrog, Atlantic Coast Leopard Frog, Carpenter Frog, Cope’s Gray Treefrog, Eastern Spadefoot, …
Although most frogs begin their lives in water, not all frogs remain there, including tree frogs. As adults, most tree frogs live in, near, or around trees close to water, and most tree frogs reproduce in the water they live close to. With that said, you may still be wondering if tree frogs can effectively …
Finding a tree frog is not as easy as looking up at the trees. I go looking for frogs very often and always easily find toads and aquatic frogs, but it can be more difficult to locate where tree frogs live. They are generally smaller than aquatic frogs and toads, and surprisingly, do not always …
Tree frogs are some of the most alluring and visually appealing creatures on the planet, flaunting a wide range of physical traits and characteristics. But, some species are far more dangerous than they may seem, leaving many amphibian enthusiasts to wonder if interacting with any kind of tree frog can pose risks for human safety. …
Illinois is home to a wide variety of frog species and people commonly find frogs around their homes because of it. Because of the number of frog species that can be found in Illinois, some people may confuse their names and characteristics. There are about 23 species of frogs you can find in Illinois. Across …