Toads are intriguing creatures that attract the curiosity of many people. Many species also tend to be very secretive, so they are not frequently encountered most times of the year. Because of this, there are many misconceptions about these animals. In general, “true toads” in the family Bufonidae do not have teeth. They are primarily ambush … Read more
The state of Minnesota is home to several species of salamanders, frogs, and toads. There are eleven species of frogs in Minnesota, of these frogs, 4 species are classed as tree frogs. These frogs have small light bodies that allow them to sit on leaves and cling to weak branches without falling. They also have long … Read more
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
Almost everyone who sees them agrees that newts are endearing little creatures. They make amusing pets and are relatively easy to maintain. However, many people have misconceptions about these little amphibians. So, can newts swim? All newts can swim. They are semi-aquatic creatures (they live both on land and in the water) as adults and … 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
Leopard frogs are small frogs found across much of the Northern part of North America. These frogs vary in color between species, but can easily be identified by their dark spots which form a leopard-like pattern. But are leopard frogs poisonous? Leopard frogs are not poisonous. They do not produce any skin toxins and are … Read more