Amphibians : Science World Report

Oct 07, 2016 04:25 AM EDT

It's The End Of The Fringed-Limbed Tree Frog Species When 'Toughie' Died

A last known member of the fringed-limbed tree frog species died on September 26 at the Atlanta Botanical Garden.

Jun 02, 2016 04:40 AM EDT

Fungus-Borne Disease Threatens Lives Of Newts And Salamanders

Wildlife officials warn pet owners about the spread of a fungal disease, known as the salamander chytrid disease may be very lethal to the salamander and newt population.

Feb 03, 2016 10:35 AM EST

Grey Treefrogs Reveal New Clues about Climate Change

Grey treefrogs may reveal new clues about climate change.

Nov 05, 2015 03:05 PM EST

New Aquatic Carnivores, 278 Million Years Old, Shed Light On Spread Of Life On Earth

Researchers have uncovered two new species of aquatic, carnivorous amphibians from 278 million years ago. This discovery led to new information about the spread of life on earth.

Nov 05, 2015 03:05 PM EST

New Aquatic Carnivores, 278 Million Years Old, Shed Light On Spread Of Life On Earth

Researchers have uncovered two new species of aquatic, carnivorous amphibians from 278 million years ago. This discovery led to new information about the spread of life on earth.

Sep 18, 2015 05:03 PM EDT

Tree of Life for 2.3 Million Species of Animals, Plants, Fungi and Microbes Created

Scientists have released the "tree of life" for a staggering 2.3 million named species of animals, plants, fungi and microbes.

Sep 08, 2015 10:29 AM EDT

Estrogen in the Environment May be Changing the Gender of Frogs in Suburbia

It turns out that estrogen may be causing frogs to change in suburban areas. Scientists have found that estrogen is changing the ratio of male to female green frogs at nearby ponds.

Sep 07, 2015 02:37 PM EDT

Climate Change May Put Mountain Lakes and Amphibians at Risk

Climate change may cause amphibians quite a bit of harm. Scientists have found that the dry year in the Pacific Northwest lowlands may affect the region's amphibians due to loss of mountain pond habitat.

Aug 28, 2015 08:06 AM EDT

Female Tungara Frogs May be 'Irrational' When Choosing Their Mate

Scientists have found that frogs may be irrational when choosing a mate

Aug 11, 2015 07:49 PM EDT

Growing Tadpole Disease Threatens Earth's Dwindling Frog Population

An unnamed disease caused by a parasitic protest or a single-celled microorganism that invades tadpole livers could threaten global frog populations. Scientists at the University of Exeter recently tested tadpoles from six countries across three continents and discovered that protists present in qui...

Aug 06, 2015 03:40 PM EDT

First Ever Venomous Frogs Discovered with a Deadly Headbut

Scientists have uncovered the world's first venomous frogs. They've found two species of frog, both living in Brazil, that deliver their harmful toxins by headbutting other animals.

Jul 30, 2015 05:11 PM EDT