Frogs
10 animals that have been to space
Animals were the early pioneers of space flight, taking one giant leap into space, and often losing their lives in the process. But what animals have been in space, and how many animals have died in space?
What is a mountain chicken?
It sounds like a chicken, it tastes like a chicken, and yet it is not a chicken – the mountain chicken is actually a species of frog!
Glassfrogs hide blood in their liver to boost transparency
Transparent glassfrogs have a nifty way of increasing their camouflage while asleep
Hairy frog: Why does the Trichobatrachus robustus frog develop hair?
Did you know there's a hairy frog with sharp claws? Meet the hairy Trichobatrachus robustus
Best frog gift ideas to get you croaking for joy
Looking for froggy-themed gifts? From cute ornaments to mugs, soft toys to hats we have it covered
What is the world’s largest frog?
Did you know the world's largest frog is a whopping 32cm long and weighs 3.25kg?
Why do frogs scream?
Jules Howard discusses possible reasons frogs scream
Global biodiversity hotspot faces mining threat
Endangered amphibians, including a toad new to science, are at risk from planned copper extraction in Ecuador’s cloud forests
How to rear froglets in your home
It’s easy to rear common frogs from frogspawn at home – the process takes about three months. This step-by-step guide by Lynn Dicks explains how to do it, and the important precautions to take.
Amphibians of the British Isles: how to identify different species, and how to help them
There are several native and non-native species of amphibians found in the UK. Learn about the different species, how to identify them, and how to help them.
How to tell the difference between a common frog and a common toad
Two of the UK's most familiar and widespread amphibian species are the common frog and the common toad, but do you know how to tell them apart?
Aquatic beetle survives being swallowed alive by frogs
Research has found that a species of beetle is able to survive the digestive tract of a frog, and come out the other side alive.
Pool frog guide: species facts, how to identify, and when they were reintroduced to the UK
Once extinct in the UK, northern pool frogs have now been reintroduced. Find out more about this rare amphibian in our expert guide by the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust.
Common frog guide: how to identify, what they eat, and how to help them
Common frogs are amazing little animals and a much-loved feature of our urban environment and wider countryside. Find out more about this species in our guide by the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust.
Marsh frog guide: species range, how they arrived in the UK, and what they sound like
Where is the native range of marsh frogs, and where they can be found in the UK? Learn about this non-native species in our guide by Steve Allain.
Chytridiomycosis guide: what it is and why it's endangering amphibians
Chytridiomycosis, also known as chytrid, is a deadly amphibian disease that has caused the decline of over 500 species around the world.
Concern for European amphibians as deadly fungus found in private collections
Research shows that a lethal salamander-eating fungus is widespread in the European private amphibian trade.
Are any animals unable to hear their own calls?
Author Liz Kalaugher discusses creatures with calls that are inaudable to them and their potential mates.
Are frogs and toads at risk of extinction?
New findings spawn uncertainty over risk to amphibians.
Amazonian frog produces its own ant repellent
Scientists reveal how a particular species of Amazonian frog is able to hide in plain sight through a very unusual form of camouflage.
How to make your own frog hibernaculum
Autumn is the best time to create a cosy winter hideaway for local frogs.
5 fabulous frog species
In his new BBC programme Attenborough’s Fabulous Frogs, Sir David explores the fantastic world of frogs. Here are 5 amazing species.