Amphibians

Shedd’s new special exhibit, Amphibians, hops into the aquarium this May. Learn more about these amazing animals—including salamanders, frogs and rarely seen…
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During the cold winters, the Alaskan Wood Frog becomes a frog-shaped block of ice. It stops breathing, and its heart stops beating. When Spring arrives the frog thaws and returns to normal going along its merry way. Mother Nature, Fotos, Naturaleza, Amazing, Chameleon, Resim, Fauna, Dieren, Beautiful Nature
In Alaska, wood frogs freeze for seven months, thaw and hop away
During the cold winters, the Alaskan Wood Frog becomes a frog-shaped block of ice. It stops breathing, and its heart stops beating. When Spring arrives the frog thaws and returns to normal going along its merry way.
COLORFUL CLIMBERS The dyeing poison frog gets its name from an old legend stating that mixtures used with part of its skin could change the color of parrot feathers. This has never been observed, but the name lives on. Reptiles And Amphibians, Tattoo, Poison Dart Frogs, Poison Frog, Poisonous Animals, Poison, Frog And Toad, Dart Frog, Frog Pictures
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COLORFUL CLIMBERS The dyeing poison frog gets its name from an old legend stating that mixtures used with part of its skin could change the color of parrot feathers. This has never been observed, but the name lives on.
BABIES ON BACK Poison frog parents shuttle the young to a safe, moist area to develop. Sometimes, that's when keepers discover the newcomers! Reptiles, Frogs, Parents, Poison Dart
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BABIES ON BACK Poison frog parents shuttle the young to a safe, moist area to develop. Sometimes, that's when keepers discover the newcomers!
PRETTY POLLYWOGS Poison frogs lavish attention on the eggs, which soon morph into tadpoles (also called pollywogs). These are sometimes carried on a parent's back to a safe place where they can absorb their tail and develop into frogs. Art, Nature, Bugs And Insects, Frog Eggs, Bugs
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PRETTY POLLYWOGS Poison frogs lavish attention on the eggs, which soon morph into tadpoles (also called pollywogs). These are sometimes carried on a parent's back to a safe place where they can absorb their tail and develop into frogs.
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Life cycle of a frog activity center
Twenty species of salamanders occur in Illinois. Because of their secretive and mainly nocturnal habits, they are observed less often than our state's other amphibians, the frogs and toads. Biology, Animals, Illustrators, Species, Wild, Conservation, Illinois
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Twenty species of salamanders occur in Illinois. Because of their secretive and mainly nocturnal habits, they are observed less often than our state's other amphibians, the frogs and toads.
The eastern tiger salamander eats any animal that it can catch, especially worms and insects. This species lives statewide in Illinois. Insects, Worms, Tiger Salamander, Lizard, Tiger, Creatures
Family Ambystomatidae - Education
The eastern tiger salamander eats any animal that it can catch, especially worms and insects. This species lives statewide in Illinois.
The mole salamander lives in lowland woods. It spends much of the time underground or beneath objects like rocks and logs. It ventures above ground to reproduce. Eggs are attached to vegetation in shallow woodland ponds or swamps. Each female may produce 200 to 400 eggs. Mole, Lowland, Reproduce, Swamp, Rocks, Woods, Shallow
Family Ambystomatidae - Education
The mole salamander lives in lowland woods. It spends much of the time underground or beneath objects like rocks and logs. It ventures above ground to reproduce. Eggs are attached to vegetation in shallow woodland ponds or swamps. Each female may produce 200 to 400 eggs.
In northern Illinois, the spotted salamander lives in deciduous and mixed woods. In southern Illinois, it may be found in low, oak-hickory forests next to swamps and creeks. The spotted salamander hides under rocks or logs during the day but wanders the forest floor at night. It migrates to woodland ponds during the spring to breed. A nuptial dance is part of the courtship in this species. Dance, Forests, Northern, Forest Floor, Southern Illinois, Spotted, Forest
Family Ambystomatidae - Education
In northern Illinois, the spotted salamander lives in deciduous and mixed woods. In southern Illinois, it may be found in low, oak-hickory forests next to swamps and creeks. The spotted salamander hides under rocks or logs during the day but wanders the forest floor at night. It migrates to woodland ponds during the spring to breed. A nuptial dance is part of the courtship in this species.
The Jefferson salamander lives in damp woodlands, near swamps or ponds. It spends much of the year underground, coming out for a few days to reproduce. Pond, Damp, Woodlands, Underground, Salamander
Family Ambystomatidae - Education
The Jefferson salamander lives in damp woodlands, near swamps or ponds. It spends much of the year underground, coming out for a few days to reproduce.
Tadpoles can be found in a variety of Illinois habitats. Even if you don’t have a lake or river in your backyard, you might have the proper habitat for tadpoles. Habitats, Backyard, River, Lake, Variety
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Tadpoles can be found in a variety of Illinois habitats. Even if you don’t have a lake or river in your backyard, you might have the proper habitat for tadpoles.
Known as the Mexican water monster, the axolotl is one of Mexico's most storied creature. One of its unique traits is its ability to regenerate severed limbs, which sparked the interest of scientists who tested this phenomenon in the lab. Water, Cool Fish, Information About Fish
Mexican Water Monster May be Extinct in Lake Xochimilco - Lake Scientist
Known as the Mexican water monster, the axolotl is one of Mexico's most storied creature. One of its unique traits is its ability to regenerate severed limbs, which sparked the interest of scientists who tested this phenomenon in the lab.
New study: Frogs have an aptitude for learning! Learning, Décor, Home Décor, Study, Home, Frog, Aptitude, Decor
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New study: Frogs have an aptitude for learning!
Meet the mudpuppies: Shedd Aquarium studying amphibian in Wolf Lake Aquarium, Shedd Aquarium, Wolf, Science, Quick
Meet the mudpuppies: Shedd Aquarium studying amphibian in Wolf Lake
Meet the mudpuppies: Shedd Aquarium studying amphibian in Wolf Lake
Amphibians Invade Shedd Aquarium in Chicago Chicago, Chicago Tourism, Community, Tourism, Invade, Fun
Amphibians Invade Shedd Aquarium in Chicago
A brand new species of armless/legless amphibian called "Chikila Fulleri." Ale, Vertebrates
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A brand new species of armless/legless amphibian called "Chikila Fulleri."
NEW Professional Development opportunity for teachers.  FREE or Illinois Clock Hours options. Amphibians Educator Badging | Shedd Aquarium Technology, Education, Development Programs, Professional Development, Development, Options, Opportunity
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NEW Professional Development opportunity for teachers. FREE or Illinois Clock Hours options. Amphibians Educator Badging | Shedd Aquarium
Farming Frogs Can Save Them From Extinction | TakePart Incredible Creatures, Deepwater Horizon, Sea Turtle Nest, Extinction, Animal Species, Lost, Sea Turtle, Wildlife
Farming Frogs Can Save Them From Extinction
Farming Frogs Can Save Them From Extinction | TakePart
Biologists Saved Wyoming Toads From Extinction Endangered Species, Iguanas, Wyoming, National Wildlife Refuge, Mammals, Wildlife Refuge, Endangered
Biologists Saved Wyoming Toads From Extinction
Biologists Saved Wyoming Toads From Extinction
A Frog-Killing Fungus Finally Meets Its Match on the Island of Mallorca Zoology, Animal Kingdom, Fungi, Toad
A fungus that's killing amphibians all over the world finally meets its match.
A Frog-Killing Fungus Finally Meets Its Match on the Island of Mallorca
The magical discovery of the “punk rocker” frog Texture, Punk Rock, Frog Species
The magical discovery of the "punk rocker" frog | Amphibians.org
The magical discovery of the “punk rocker” frog
A wonderful new children's book on some of the world's rarest salamanders has just been released. It focuses on the Spring Salamanders of Central Texas, all of which have been listed as Threatened or Endangered… Books, Salamanders, Texas, Childrens Books, Central, New Children's Books, Central Texas
New Salamander Book Aims to Inspire Excitement for Amphibians in Children | Amphibians.org
A wonderful new children's book on some of the world's rarest salamanders has just been released. It focuses on the Spring Salamanders of Central Texas, all of which have been listed as Threatened or Endangered…
Two rare amphibians lost to science re-discovered in the Philippines Palawan, Centre, Biodiversity, Island
Two rare amphibians lost to science re-discovered in the Philippines | Amphibians.org
Two rare amphibians lost to science re-discovered in the Philippines
If you have a pet salamander or newt, or are simply an amphibian lover, then chances are you have heard about the very worrying news about a new fungal disease that is killing off salamanders… Fungal Diseases, Free, Free Base, Kit, Newt, Love Is Free
Free Bsal testing kits available for pet salamanders and newts | Amphibians.org
If you have a pet salamander or newt, or are simply an amphibian lover, then chances are you have heard about the very worrying news about a new fungal disease that is killing off salamanders…
Test your amphibians knowledge with this Amphibians Quiz | Shedd Aquarium Ecology, Animal Facts, Chambered Nautilus
Amphibians Quiz
Test your amphibians knowledge with this Amphibians Quiz | Shedd Aquarium
Science Update Podcast: Venomous Frogs: Listen to find out about a tropical frog that delivers a painful surprise. Click through to learn more. Photo Credit: Carlos Jared/Butantan Institute. Pit Viper, Viper Snake, Animais, Snake Venom, Animaux
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Science Update Podcast: Venomous Frogs: Listen to find out about a tropical frog that delivers a painful surprise. Click through to learn more. Photo Credit: Carlos Jared/Butantan Institute.
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Life cycle of a frog
Chicago-area frogs were swabbed to test for the presence of the potentially devastating chytrid fungus as well as to non-invasively measure the amphibians' stress levels. Zoo, Levels, Lincoln Park Zoo, Lincoln Park, Chicago Area
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Chicago-area frogs were swabbed to test for the presence of the potentially devastating chytrid fungus as well as to non-invasively measure the amphibians' stress levels.
VIDEO: What's Killing the World's Amphibians? Videos, Science Fiction, Action, Ideas, Youtube, Animal Disease, Water Pollution
What's Killing the World's Amphibians?
VIDEO: What's Killing the World's Amphibians?
Frogs mount speedy defense against pesticide threat. Species’ ability to develop resistance gives conservationists hope for amphibian survival. Grey, Gray, Hermit, Pesticide, Stock Photography
Frogs mount speedy defence against pesticide threat
Frogs mount speedy defense against pesticide threat. Species’ ability to develop resistance gives conservationists hope for amphibian survival.