frog and toad

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natterjack toad (Bufo calamita)

painted reed frog

Edible frog (Rana esculenta)

Witness the bullfrog's powerful action, generated by its hind legs, as it jumps through a field

polka-dot tree frog

How hibernating frogs survive in freezing temperatures

harlequin frog (Atelopus)

breeding specializations of frogs and toads

See toads engage in amphibious amplexus and witness metamorphosis of tadpoles into toads

bullfrog (Rana catesbeiana)

life cycle of the European common frog

European green tree frogs (Hyla arborea)

black-eyed tree frog

giant leaf frog

horned marsupial frog

banded horned tree frog

Examine how a leopard frog's protruding independent eyes help it catch flies, earthworms, and other prey

blue poison dart frog (Dendrobates)

arrow-poison frog (Dendrobates)

frog and toad: Facts & Related Content

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Also Known As	anuran • salientian • Anura

Photos and Videos

natterjack toad (Bufo calamita)

painted reed frog

Edible frog (Rana esculenta)

polka-dot tree frog

harlequin frog (Atelopus)

breeding specializations of frogs and toads

bullfrog (Rana catesbeiana)

life cycle of the European common frog

Witness the bullfrog's powerful action, generated by its hind legs, as it jumps through a field

How hibernating frogs survive in freezing temperatures

See toads engage in amphibious amplexus and witness metamorphosis of tadpoles into toads

Examine how a leopard frog's protruding independent eyes help it catch flies, earthworms, and other prey

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