Across the animal kingdom, sound is more than communication—it's a signal of survival and success. From birds and primates to ...

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 ...

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 ...

Male frogs often force females to mate with them, but in one species, a croak from the female seems to persuade males to leave her alone. The sound may be an “honest” signal that she isn’t fertile and ...

It’s spring — when a young frog’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love. OK, we can’t say for sure if frogs have the same emotions as humans, but the chorus of croaks coming from the swampier areas ...

You're invited to participate in the Minnesota Statewide FrogWatch, which is coming up sooner than you think.