We had to place a net five to six feet up to keep leaves and acorns out of the filtering system and now the frogs are jumping on the net. One specialist said they are trying to get to the woods to ...

Animals such as bats, butterflies, frogs and other amphibians all hibernate when the temperature drops. To prepare for this, they eat as much as they can and find a safe spot to rest in until spring.

Though egg laying takes place in spring, frog pairs in mountain ponds can begin hibernation in amplexus—a months-long embrace that may provide a breeding advantage by allowing mating as quickly ...

HABITAT: This frog prefers aquatic habitat such as ponds, marshes and creeks with still water for breeding. It needs riparian and upland areas with dense vegetation and open areas for cover, ...