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A Leap Into Spring: Frogs and Toads

Did you know that all toads are frogs, but not all frogs are toads? Do some research to learn about the differences between toads and frogs, and then try your hand at comparing them. Start here:

Then see how well you can remember the differences with this activity:

 


Try This! Journaling Questions

  • Interestingly, toads never call until several weeks later than the first frogs. Why the delay? After you've learned about frogs and toads with the links above, see if you can answer: Why do the first toads of the year call so much later than the first frogs?
  • Which bird migrations might be timed to match with the return of frogs? Why do you think so?

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