American green tree frogs (Hyla cinerea) are small, smooth-skinned frogs found in the central and southeastern United States, from eastern Virginia down to Florida and as far west as Texas. Their coloration varies from grayish-green to dark green to bright green. Many have white, yellow, or sometimes iridescent stripes along each side of the body, with strong … Read more
Gray tree frogs are fairly large tree frogs (1 – 2 inches in length) with rough, warty skin. Despite their name, not all gray tree frogs are actually gray. They vary in coloration from mottled gray or brownish-gray to light green. Gray tree frogs can change color depending on the temperature, light, or the color of their … Read more
The majority of frog species are primarily either nocturnal or crepuscular and are most active in the dark and twilight hours. When inactive, they retreat to cool, sheltered locations where they can conserve energy, and avoid predators such as hawks that are active during the daytime. During the day, terrestrial frogs seek cover under rocks, in … Read more
Cuban tree frogs are native to Cuba, the Bahamas, and the Cayman Islands. However, they were introduced to the coast of Florida, as well as parts of Puerto Rico, and several other places around the Americas and are now considered an invasive species in those places. Like most frogs, Cuban treefrogs are obligate carnivores as adults, which means … Read more
Cuban tree frogs are native to Cuba, the Bahamas, and the Cayman Islands. However, they were introduced to the coast of Florida, as well as parts of Puerto Rico, and several other places around the Americas and are now considered an invasive species in those places. But are Cuban tree frogs poisonous? Cuban tree frogs are … Read more
Frogs are generalist carnivores that feast on worms bugs and a wide variety of other prey. They aren’t very picky with what they eat, so almost any prey they can catch and fit into their mouths is on the menu. But do frogs eat snails? In general, frogs do eat snails and slugs. They are … Read more
Gray tree frogs are fairly large tree frogs with rough, warty skin. Like most other frogs, they are obligate carnivores as adults, which means they eat animal protein instead of plants or vegetation. Gray tree frogs are opportunistic predators – but they are mainly insectivores. In the wild, gray tree frogs eat worms, snails, spiders, … Read more
Frogs have very diverse diets and aren’t picky with what they eat. They are mainly insectivores, which means their diet consists mostly of insects and other small invertebrates. However, they will eat almost any prey they can fit into their mouths. But do frogs eat tadpoles? In general, frogs do eat other frogs’ tadpoles and … Read more
Frogs are aggressive predators that aren’t picky with what they eat. Different frog species can eat slightly different things, mainly based on their size and the environment they live in. In general, the bigger the frog, the bigger the prey it can eat. But do frogs eat snakes? In general, frogs eat snakes that are … Read more
Like most frogs, Gray tree frogs (Dryophytes versicolor), reproduce by laying eggs. These eggs are laid in shallow, fish-free freshwater bodies and attached to submerged vegetation near the water’s surface. Like other frog eggs, Gray tree frog eggs do not have a hard outer shell to protect the developing embryos. Rather, each egg has a … Read more