The American toad is one of the most well-known toad species throughout North America. Its notable warts and big, round eyes differentiate it from other species, but its call is also unique. You might ...
What: 15th Annual Critter Count. Learn all about amphibians and reptiles during Vancouver’s annual waterfront census of frogs, snakes and lizards. Children are welcome if accompanied by adults. When: ...
The croaking of frogs and toads is as much a part of spring as birdsong and gardening. When these creatures head to ponds and pools in search of mates, it’s hard to miss–though not everyone ...
Twice a year, Linda Berker and her husband Donald James head out from their Lapeer County home in search of the croaking, chirping sounds of frogs. They drive to a few sites a mile apart from each ...
For the most part, only male frogs and toads croak. Why? Because they want to. The noise is meant as a display of virility. Females take notice of the racket and might just come hither, while other ...