The symphony of spring
As the ground thaws, so does something else—and their mating calls are the symphony of spring!
How do frogs survive late spring snows?
Fortunately, frogs have several adaptations for over-wintering.
Identifying frogs and toads by their calls
Is your wetland home to frogs or toads? Spring is a great time to get out to listen for these amphibians. Male frogs and toads, like male songbirds, advertise their presence to females by singing or “calling”. Also like songbirds, each species has a...Six amphibian species you can find in Wisconsin
Hearing frog calls is an enjoyable spring pastime in Wisconsin’s wetlands. Here are six frog species to look for in Wisconsin, with ID tips from Dreux Watermolen of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Chorus frog Easily heard but often difficult to...
The frog chorus in Wisconsin’s wetlands
Spring means the return of frog calls to Wisconsin’s wetlands. Learn what to listen and look for to identify various species.