Frogs are amphibians that belong to the order Anura, and they do well in a humid climate. They were first seen during the Jurassic period about 140 million years ago.
It has slimy skin, and big eyes. About 90 of the approximately 4,810 recognized species are found in the United States.
The following are a few different types of frogs that can be found.
Red-Eyed Tree Frog
The red-eyed tree frog (Agalychnis callidryas) is native to tropical lowlands from southern Mexico to northern South America.
Known for its bulging red eyes and neon-green body, it features blue and yellow stripes along its sides and bright reddish or orange feet.
When startled, it flashes its vibrant colors to confuse predators. Its impressive jumping ability, along with large webbed feet and sticky pads, earns it the nickname “monkey frog,” aiding its agility in the trees.
Blue Poison Dart Frog
Blue poison dart frog (Dendrobates tinctorius “azureus”), Sapphire creek Chazuta. It is endemic to the border of tropical forests and the Sipaliwini Savanna in shallow waters, including southeastern Suriname (eastern Kwamalasamutu) Minaspux a covers part of Brazil.
It produces a poison in its skin which puts predators on notice. Each frog has its own unique black dot pattern on the sides and back, functioning as a natural “fingerprint” for identification.
Golden Poison Frog
A small frog is also known as the golden poison arrow or golden dart frog due to studies investigating its potential use by indigenous Chocó residents of western Colombia.
Its eyes are large and spherical. Its vivid skin, which is usually yellow but can sometimes be orange or pale green, is home to a strong poison known as batrachotoxin.
Just 200 micrograms of the poison can be fatal to humans, out of 700–1,900 micrograms total. This vividly colored frog serves as a warning of its toxicity and is endangered due to habitat loss and small population.
Amazon Milk Frog
The Amazon milk frog (Trachycephalus resinifictrix), also known as the mission golden-eyed tree frog, is native to the Amazon Rainforest in South America.
Its striking skin features alternating bands of dark brown and light gray to blue, with vibrant colors most pronounced in young frogs.
As they age, their skin becomes more granular. Notably, the gold-and-black cross pattern in their irises adds to their beauty, while their milky white secretions are a defense mechanism against stress.
Tomato Frog
The red, plump tomato frog (Dyscophus antongilii) resembles a ripe tomato. Females are the biggest and smartest one. Because of their vivid coloring, both sexes serve as warning signs to potential predators.
When faced with danger, they release a glue-like material from their skin. This species is indigenous to northeastern Madagascar’s tropical rainforests, especially those around Antongil Bay.
Goliath Frog
6–12.5 inches in length, 1-7 pounds (the goliath frog, Conraua goliath is the largest species of frogs in this world). Its tadpoles start small but grow rapidly within three months.
Unlike most frogs, goliath frogs lack vocal sacs and use a whistling sound for mating calls. Males are typically larger than females, a rarity among frogs.
This species inhabits rivers in the Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea tropical forests and is classified as endangered.
