Red-eyed tree frogs rely on a unique blend of color and stillness to disappear into rainforest foliage. When resting, their bright markings fold away, creating a perfect leaf-like disguise. Predators ...

Meet the lemur leaf frog! These attractive amphibians — best known for their big, beautiful eyes — are critically endangered. The good news? Reptile Discovery Center keepers at the Smithsonian’s ...

Frogs that raise their young in tiny pools of water that collect on plant leaves must make a delicate trade-off between the risk of drying out and the risk of being eaten, according to a new study.

While poking around the garden the other day I found an adorable visitor, a small frog called a gray tree frog (Hyla versicolor) resting among the brightly colored flowers. This amazing little ...

Frogs display incredible diversity and survival skills across the globe. From tiny toads to toxic species, their adaptations ...

Many creatures can be found in the milkweed, from monarchs to milkweed beetles, from aphids to lady beetles. Birds, such as the yellow warbler and the indigo bunting, often use milkweed seeds as ...

In honor of Leap Day 2012, we’re featuring some of the leapingest creatures in the Smithsonian Institution: frogs from the Panama Amphibian Rescue and Conservation Project. The project is a ...

Your home is your sanctuary – except when you are a tree frog and a nice-looking retreat contains a huntsman spider looking to make a meal of you. These spiders have now been seen making traps out of ...