As if these warty invaders weren’t annoying enough already, now they’re rapidly evolving longer legs, enabling the species to travel further.

A team of researchers has discovered new insights into the evolution of color patterns in frogs and toads -- collectively known as anurans. Animal color patterns can help them camouflage with their ...

Sonoran Desert toads use a fascinating defense mechanism against predators—hallucinogenic toxins. But nature has found a way around it. Amphibians are remarkably resilient creatures. In the 300 ...

Since toads typically feed at night, albino toads would struggle to compete for resources during crucial developmental stages in nature. The study's broader significance lies in demonstrating how ...

I’ve shared news of several species of extremely tiny frogs and toads, commonly known as flea-toads or toadlets (read more here and here). These tiny amphibians are remarkable because they are much ...

Rick Shine receives funding from the Australian Research Council. There is no conflict of interest. Martin Mayer does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or ...

As you'll know if you've been following Tet Zoo for any length of time, I've been slowly working my way through the toads of the world for the past few years - yes, all of them, more or less. As is ...

Toads have taken over the world - for real. This isn't some horror movie I'm talking about. This is actually happening, people. Don't freak out, but toads have found their way onto six out of the ...

Lee A Rollins receives funding from the Australian Research Council. Rick Shine receives funding from the Australian Research Council. Greg Brown does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive ...

After overpopulating an adopted homeland, this toad is cannibalizing its own species. Known as the marine toad, giant toad, and cane toad, Rhinella marina feasts on insects in its native South America ...