Researchers discovered that a poison frog species described decades ago was based on a mix-up involving the wrong museum ...

Poisonous frogs produce and store alkaloid poisons or toxins in their skin, which makes them harmful to touch. They are commonly called poison arrow frogs or poison dart frogs. This is because Native ...

Eye of newt? Check. Toe of frog? Yes, lots of those. It’s not a medieval potion Shedd Aquarium has cooked up, however, or an ingredients list for the witches of “Macbeth.” It’s a new, special exhibit ...

From monarchs to sea slugs, various creatures consume chemicals that keep predators at bay Brian Handwerk - Science Correspondent Monarchs, some frogs and other animals feed on toxic plants or bugs ...

Experiments reveal that pond frogs can eat highly venomous hornets without suffering noticeable damage, even after repeated stings. Most frogs successfully consumed hornets, including the notorious ...

They shine in vibrant red, rich blue, or bright green—and with spots, stripes, or patches, they resemble small works of art ...