Amphibians
Sort by:
-
Catching Insects for Your Pet Reptiles and AmphibiansKeeping amphibians and reptiles (otherwise known as herps) as pets is a fast-growing hobby, but not necessarily an easy one. Ensuring your herps get a nutritional, well-balanced diet is essential to their health and fitness. -
Keeping Bulk Crickets to Feed Your Reptiles and AmphibiansAlthough there is a good variety of commercial live food available for your pet reptiles and amphibians, crickets are the most easily found. You can save time and money by ordering in bulk over the internet, and then house them until needed. Here's how. -
Composting for Feeder Insects for Your Pet Reptiles & AmphibiansEveryone knows how valuable composting is for the environment. But a compost bin is also a good way to cultivate invertebrates to feed your pet reptiles and amphibians. Here’s how. -
Keeping Amphibians as PetsAmphibians rank amongst nature's most exotic beauties, and many species can be safely kept in captivity. This article provides guidelines for feeding, handling, and setting up an aqua-terrarium.
-
How to Raise Mealworms to Feed Your Pet Reptiles, Birds and AmphibiansRaising mealworms to feed your pet reptiles, birds and amphibians is relatively easy, and eliminates all those emergency runs to the pet store when you realize you are out of food. -
Catching Flies to Feed Your Reptiles and AmphibiansIf your pet collection includes reptiles and amphibians (herps), then your house probably contains a variety of mealworms and crickets. For smaller herps, however, I like to supplement their diets with houseflies to help ensure a more nutritious diet. -
Ten New Species of Amphibians Found in ColombiaColombia proved its biological diversity the first week of February. One expedition found ten new species of amphibians while another discovered the fossil of a giant prehistoric snake... -
Lung Fishes as an Intermediate Form Between Fishes and Amphibians : Anatomy, Distribution and OriginThe strcutural features of Lung Fishes and their similarities with fishes and Amphibians. -
"A" to "Z" About Amphibians and ReptilesDiscusses amphibians and reptile behaviors using every letter of the alphabet.
-
What You'll Need to Care for Amphibians, ReptilesCats are great. Dogs are great. But what about snakes? Turtles? Lizards? Here are a few things to consider when looking into getting a new pet reptile or amphibian.
-
Constructing a Simple Vivarium for Small Reptiles and AmphibiansOh my God, your child has just appeared toad in hand and he insists on keeping it. What to do? This is a basic guide to constructing a temporary home for your treasured guest. -
Amphibians Are the "Canaries in a Cage" of the EnvironmentA fungus that infected frogs used to determine human pregnancy in the 40's and 50's is now capable of wiping out 50% of the world's amphibian population.
-
Don't Feed the FirefliesLizards and amphibians make great pets, however as with any pet, to avoid problems make sure that you are aware of proper nutrition, housing, and care for the species you have. -
Amazing Video: A Frog Rescues Its BFF from a Snake. Can Clorox Bleach Help?What threatens frogs and other amphibians in what is described as the most significant mass extinction since the dinosaurs, is not natural predators but a parasitic fungus called amphibian chytrid. The Clorox Company may save the frogs! -
The World's Largest Carnivorous Plant: Nepenthes RajahNepenthes rajah, the largest carnivorous plant, is marvelous species that feeds on insects, amphibians and a variety of other prey.
-
Frog Lesson PlansFrogs are very interesting creatures to teach in your classroom. Students love to learn about these amphibians. Here are some great activities to incorporate into your frog lesson plans.
-
Animal Kingdom: VertebratesThere are seven classes of vertebrates. Learn some of the defining characteristics of each. -
A New Wildlife Clinic for Injured Animals in AtlantaThe staff and volunteers at the new Wildlife Clinic will care for nearly 100 permanent wildlife residents and the more than 500 injured raptors, reptiles and amphibians that are brought to the center annually.
-
Vernal Pools: Unique and Vital WetlandsVernal pools are temporary bodies of water that provide important breeding areas for many amphibians. They are free of fish and larger frogs that would quickly devour their offspring. -
Hallucinogenic Toads, Human and Animal RisksOne of the toxins has a hallucinogenic effect. Unfortunately some of the toxins cause heart problems which can lead to ventricular fibrillation and death. -
Reptile and Amphibian Care: Protecting Yourself from SalmonellaKeeping reptiles and amphibians as pets is a popular hobby for people who love animals. However, they have been known to carry the deadly bacteria Salmonella. Adequate precautions must be taken to protect yourself and your family from potential infection. -
Fun Facts About Frogs and Toads: Interesting Life Cycles of Frogs and ToadsRemember learning the lifecycle of frogs and toads? Do you know which emerge from the parents' bodies as froglets or young toads? Are these births viviparous birth (live birth) or oviparous birth (laying eggs)? Read these lnteresting life cycles. -
Herping for Pet Snakes - Safety in the WildHerping is a wonderful way to interact with nature and seek out new and interesting snakes and amphibians, but it can also be dangerous is not done safely. Here are some tips. -
Life on the Discovery Channel - Episodes One and TwoOriginally broadcast on BBC, Life is an animal documentary series that shows some of the most amazing creatures on the planet in astounding zoom and video quality. The show premiered on Discovery channel for US viewers. -
The Kruger National ParkWith 336 species of trees, 147 mammals, 49 fish, 114 reptiles, 517 birds and 34 amphibians, the Kruger National Park is one of the finest of Africa's natural reserves. Here are some more details...
-
A Look into the Life of the Wood FrogFrogs; those short bodied, webbed toed, protruding eyed amphibians have been around for over 213 million years. However, the most interesting frog that I've stumbled upon is the Wood Frog.
-
Differences Between Frogs and ToadsFrogs and toads make up the largest group of amphibians, with more than 5,000 species worldwide. Frogs and toads look very similar, but there are some differences that distinguish them from one another. -
Circulatory Systems in Various OrganismsOver the course of evolutions organisms grew to be more complex. The can ve seen by comparing the complexities of the physiologies of circulatory systems and habitats of cnidarians, annelids, arthropods, amphibians, and birds.
-
Osmoregulation and the Regulation of EnergyBy observing the differences between fish, amphibians, reptiles and mammals it is possible to see how the mammalian systems evolved over time.
-
Massachusetts Exotic Animal LawThe Massachusetts Exotic Animal Law is simple. It state that it is illegal for anyone to possess any non-domesticated animal, including wild birds, mammals, fish, reptiles or amphibians unless the animal was owned before June 30, 1995.
-
Genetically Modified Corn Could Hurt Aquatic SystemsA team of researchers found signs of GM corn pollen in nearby streams; the team also found GM pollen and leaves causes less growth and, in high levels, increased mortality among the aquatic caddisfly, a source of food for fish and amphibians.
-
I Brake for Frogs: Spring-time Frog MigrationSpring is in the air, and amphibians are on the move. After a long, cold winter, frogs, toads, newts and salamanders prepare themselves for the annual migration to mate and lay their eggs.
-
Symbols of Washington State: Amphibians, Apples and Morediscussion of State Symbols
-
From Tadpole to Frog - the Perfect Plan for a Family Learning AdventureDid you know an American Bull Frog can jump 17 feet? Frogs are amazing creatures; transforming themselves from wiggly tadpoles to four legged, croaking, hopping amphibians, and if they are handled with respect, tadpoles make a terrific "temporary" pet. -
Leap Day Marks Year of the FrogThis week marks not only Leap Day but the official "leap-off" of the Year of the Frog, a global campaign aimed at protecting the endangered populations of frogs and other amphibians around the world. -
Science Seminars at the St. Louis Zoo Offer Timely Topics and Recent DiscoveriesScientific Seminars at the St. Louis zoo offer a fun learning experience for those with little scientific background....
-
Frogs! Amphibians Invade National Geographic Museum, Washington DCHow do your jumps measure up against a frog's? Find out at the Frogs! Exhibit. -
Worldwide Declines of Amphibian Populations: What Are the Causes?For years scientists have been observing worldwide declines of amphibian populations. Because of their permeable skin, amphibians are considered indicators of environmental decay and a glimpse of what the future may hold for humans. -
In Honor of March 16, 2007, National Hiccup Day !Hiccups have been on the scene since time immemorial, interfering and landing up at the most inopportune moments. A dispassionate look at hiccups.... -
Natural Living: Toad Homes for Your Garden!Find out the benefits of inviting toads to take up residence in your garden.
