55 Best Facts about Frogs [Free Fact Cards]

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Have you ever heard the sound of a frog’s croak on a quiet evening? Frogs are fascinating creatures that hop, swim, and sing their way into our hearts. They might be slimy to some, but there’s so much more to learn about these cool amphibians! Ready to dive in with these facts about frogs? Let’s hop to it!

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Did you know that frogs are found almost everywhere in the world? From steamy rainforests to chilly mountain areas, frogs have found a way to make themselves at home. They come in all sorts of colors and sizes, from tiny ones as small as your fingernail to big ones that can fit in your hand!

Frogs begin their lives as tadpoles. These little swimmers look more like fish than frogs when they’re born. As they grow, they go through a change called metamorphosis, where they develop legs, lose their tails, and then turn into the hopping frogs.

Did you know that frogs have super stretchy tongues? When they spot a tasty bug, they can flick their tongues out super fast to catch it. Their tongues are sticky, making it easy to grab a quick snack. So, next time you see a frog, remember all the amazing things they can do and the fun facts about frogs that make them so special!

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Facts About Frogs

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  1. The smallest known frog is the Paedophryne amanuensis, and it is about the size of a housefly
  2. Frogs like water, and toads do not. 
  3. The Golden Poison Frog is the most poisonous frog in the world. Even though it is small, its toxin can kill ten humans. 
  4. If you ever watch a frog eat, you will notice that they close their eyes. This is because they use their eyes to eat! They pull their eyes into the roof of their mouth to help move food down. 
  5. Frogs have ears!
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  1. Frogs use their tongue to catch prey.
  2. The “ribbit” noise we associate with frogs is only made by the Pacific Tree Frog. 
  3. Frogs have longer legs than toads.
  4. Frogs swallow their food whole because they can not chew. The teeth in their mouths are small and used to keep prey from escaping. 
  5. Some frogs can live to be around 12 years old. 
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  1. Frogs that live in colder climates spend part of the year frozen solid! Their blood has glucose in it that keeps it from freezing. Those frogs thaw out when temperatures rise again and continue with life. 
  2. Frogs are considered an indicator species. If the frogs are healthy, then the environment around them is healthy.
  3. Frogs do not give birth to live young; they lay eggs that turn into tadpoles.
  4. Frogs have no ribcage. 
  5. Bullfrogs will eat everything… literally.
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  1. The Glass Frog looks clear because it can hide its red blood cells in its liver. 
  2. There are 900 species of frogs on the Endangered Species list. 
  3. Scientists are discovering new frogs even now!
  4. There are over 7,000 different frog and toad species on the Earth!
  5. Frogs have a three-chambered heart, while humans have 4. 
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  1. Several species of frogs actually feed their tadpole young until they are ready to be independent. 
  2. While hibernating, a new layer of bone is made. You can tell how old a frog is by how many rings of bone they have.
  3. Frogs have 180-degree vision. 
  4. Frogs go through 4 life cycles: egg, tadpole, froglet, and frog. 
  5. A frog sleeps with their eyes open.
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  1. Frogs can be found on every continent except Antarctica.
  2. A frog’s tongue is around three times longer than its body.
  3. Frogs have been around since the dinosaurs!
  4. Did you know that a group of frogs is called an Army? 
  5. Some species of frogs can change their skin color to blend in.
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  1. Some frogs that live in dry areas will burrow underground, make a cocoon around themselves and wait years for rain. 
  2. Some species of frogs can grow under UV lights.
  3. Frogs do not need to drink water; they actually absorb it through their skin. 
  4. The greatest threat to frogs is the loss of habitat. 
  5.  The study of frogs is called Herpetology.
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  1. Colorful frogs are usually poisonous to predators, so their skin is a warning system.
  2. Frogs are excellent jumpers, and some can jump over 10 feet. 
  3. Tadpoles go through Metamorphosis, where they lose their tail and gain legs. 
  4. Frogs shed their skin…and eat it! 
  5. Frogs are cold-blooded and cannot regulate their own body temperature. 
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  1. The Goliath frog is just that… goliath! It weighs around 7 pounds!
  2. Male frogs use their croaking noise to call to female frogs during mating season.
  3. Frogs are amazing swimmers who can hold their breath for hours.
  4. Frogs can jump 20 times their height.
  5. There are species of frogs that have not been discovered yet. 
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  1. Frogs and toads are distinguishable by their skin.
  2. In captivity, a frog can live for 20 years!
  3. Most frogs enjoy being in or around water. 
  4. Frog legs are a delicacy in some parts of the world.
  5. There are so many colors of frogs! Not just green.
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  1. Vinegar and lemon juice repel frogs.
  2. There are 90 species of frogs in the United States alone!
  3. Frogs have smooth skin, while toads have bumpy skin.
  4. Frogs can feel happiness.
  5. Frogs were the first land animals with vocal cords.
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