In a remote part of Australia, researchers recently stumbled upon an unusual, blue-skinned tree frog. This individual is a rare genetic mutant of the magnificent tree frog, a large amphibian that’s ...

The golden poison dart frog may be tiny, but it has earned a formidable reputation in the animal kingdom. Native to a small ...

Unlike humans, frogs and other amphibians don't need to rely on their lungs to breathe; their unique skin helps them exchange oxygen and drink. But how do frogs breathe and drink through their skin?

A simple sample of the protective mucus layer that coats a frog’s skin can now be analyzed to determine how susceptible the frog is to disease, thanks to a technique developed by a researcher at the ...

Discover the key differences between frog and toad. From skin texture to habitat, compare both the amphibians and learn their ...

The Outside Story discusses how frogs emerge in spring, braving dangerous road crossings and warming temperatures.