Most vertebrates have two sets of chromosomes, one from their mother and one from their father - including humans who are thus diploid. In contrast, polyploidy, meaning to possess three or more sets ...

This image features a green toad partially submerged near calm water, surrounded by natural vegetation. The close perspective highlights the toad’s texture and alert posture, capturing a quiet moment ...

Green frogs and bull frogs are the biggest and most common and widespread of frogs in Lancaster County. During summer, they inhabit the shallows and shores of most every waterway, impoundment, wetland ...

BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – If you’ve noticed a bunch of toads hopping around your yard recently you’re not alone. These Texas amphibians are enjoying a boost in their population thanks to a wet year. The ...

Frogs are some of the most widespread amphibians in the United States, thriving in pretty much any area with plenty of water, like rivers, lakes, ponds, wetlands, and even temporary pools. These ...

Monsoon rains not only cool the air and bathe the desert. They also set the stage for a loud and lusty burst of amphibian amour. Several species of desert toads - quietly tucked away underground for ...

A green toad floats quietly in the water with its throat fully inflated, forming a visible vocal sac. While the rest of its body remains still, the expanded throat indicates active calling behavior.

Most everyone recognizes frogs. Frogs, like salamanders and newts, are amphibians. Unlike salamanders, they have made a major evolutionary detour from the body plan of their ancient ancestors. The ...

Question: My husband and I love to build wildlife habitat areas and have built a large pond with a strategic filtering system in the pond. We had to place a net five to six feet up to keep leaves and ...

A mink frog sits on a lily pad in midsummer. Note the yellow-green lip. This summer frog is very aquatic and rarely on land.