A rare toad changed the fate of a river by becoming the first amphibian to halt a hydroelectric dam. It's now in trouble.

During his sabbatical, Will McGugan, maker of Rich and Textual( frameworks for making Textual User Interfaces (TUI)), put his ...

The admirable little red-bellied toad is the size of a thumb, but it has achieved giant feats: In 2014, it prevented the ...

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While often confused, frogs and toads, both amphibians, exhibit distinct traits. Frogs boast smooth, moist skin and long legs for jumping and swimming, preferring wet habitats. Toads, conversely, have ...

The cane toad, a South American amphibian, has become a devastating invasive species globally. Introduced for pest control, its rapid reproduction, toxic defense, and adaptability have led to ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. A frog’s lifecycle is likely one of the earliest bits of science ...

There's some truth to the urban legend that certain toads have psychedelic properties, but licking them isn't a good idea. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

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New research suggests Sonoran Desert toads went into steep decline after stories of their mind-bending chemical properties began circulating among drug users. By Rachel Nuwer It looks much like any ...

In the movie, Tim Robinson seeks a psychedelic experience from an unusual source. Herpetologists want others to just say no. This is an article from our newsletter “Science Goes To The Movies.” To get ...

On a Wednesday night in Cambridge’s Porter Square, the neighborhood is mostly quiet – families putting kids to bed and professionals getting ready for another day of work. But there’s one big ...