Frogs are generalist carnivores that feast on worms and a wide variety of bugs. They are even known to eat bees, wasps, and other stinging eating. But do frogs eat grasshoppers? In general, frogs eat grasshoppers. However, some grasshopper species such as the eastern lubber grasshopper are poisonous and foul-tasting, so most frogs will avoid … Read more
Pickerel frogs are medium-sized frogs that are frequently confused with Leopard Frogs. They can be identified by their brown, copper, or green coloration with distinctive square spots in two rows down their backs. But, are pickerel frogs poisonous? Pickerel frogs are mildly poisonous. When frightened, they produce skin secretions that are toxic or distasteful to … Read more
Most people know that frogs and toads are generalist carnivores that feast on worms and a wide variety of bugs. However, many people wonder if frogs can eat bees and other stinging insects. So, do frogs eat bees? In general, frogs do eat bees and bee larvae. They are opportunistic predators that will eat almost … Read more
If you ever look at a toad, you will notice it looks so much different from other amphibians. It has dry rough skin with a bumpy texture, and rather than hop like most frogs, it will mostly move around by crawling. But have you ever wondered how toads breathe? Toads breathe using their lungs as … Read more
Gray tree frogs are fairly large tree frogs ( 1 – 2 inches in length) with rough, warty skin. Despite their name, not all gray tree frogs are actually gray. They vary in coloration from mottled gray or brownish-gray to light green, but their color can change depending on their environment. But are gray tree … Read more
Most people know that frogs that love to hang around ponds and other water bodies are very efficient swimmers. But since tree frogs spend most of their time in or around trees, you may be wondering if they too can swim. Tree frogs can swim – however, they generally live a very terrestrial life, so … Read more