Amphibians > Frogs & Toads
The American Toad (Anaxyrus americanus, formerly Bufo americanus) is one of the most familiar, ecologically valuable, and widely distributed amphibians in eastern North America belonging to the true toad family Bufonidae. Characterized by its stout, rotund body, dry,...
Amphibians > Frogs & Toads
The Spring Peeper (Pseudacris crucifer) is a tiny, charismatic chorus frog in the tree frog family Hylidae, beloved throughout eastern North America as the undeniable vocal harbinger of spring. Barely larger than a postage stamp and weighing less than a nickel, this...
Amphibians > Frogs & Toads
The European Common Frog (Rana temporaria), also known as the European brown frog or grass frog, is the most ubiquitous, heavily studied, and ecologically adaptable amphibian in the family Ranidae across the western Palearctic. Sporting a robust body, blunt snout,...
Amphibians > Frogs & Toads
The American Green Tree Frog (Dryophytes cinereus) is a charismatic, medium-sized arboreal anuran amphibian belonging to the tree frog family Hylidae. Celebrated as the official state amphibian of Louisiana and Georgia, this slender, smooth-skinned frog is instantly...
Amphibians > Frogs & Toads
The Cane Toad (Rhinella marina, historically Bufo marinus), also known as the giant marine toad, is an immense, heavily built terrestrial anuran belonging to the true toad family Bufonidae. Native to the tropical grasslands, floodplains, and river valleys of Central...
Amphibians > Frogs & Toads
The African Bullfrog (Pyxicephalus adspersus), also known as the pixieknow or giant African bullfrog, is one of the largest and most robust anurans in the world, belonging to the family Pyxicephalidae. Native to the seasonally arid savannas and dry grasslands of...
Amphibians > Frogs & Toads
The Surinam Toad (Pipa pipa), known locally as the ‘star-fingered toad’ or ‘pitted toad,’ is one of the most anatomically bizarre and biologically astonishing amphibians on Earth. Strictly aquatic and native to the murky river systems and...
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The Red-Eyed Tree Frog (Agalychnis callidryas) is an internationally recognized icon of the Neotropical rainforest, celebrated worldwide as a charismatic ambassador for tropical biodiversity and amphibian conservation. Inhabiting the lush, humid forest canopies and...
Amphibians > Frogs & Toads
The Dyeing Poison Dart Frog (Dendrobates tinctorius) is one of the most vividly striking amphibians on the planet, an active diurnal jewel inhabiting the lush rainforest floors of the Guiana Shield. Renowned for its brilliant, high-contrast patterns of electric blue,...
