Feb 25, 2019
Diversity of important frog species is enhanced by organic production in rice fields

Photo Credit: David Clode

A study published in the Journal Herpetological Review found a greater diversity of anurans (frogs, toads and tree frogs) in organic rice fields...

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Oct 23, 2017
In frogs, ability to tolerate pesticide exposure comes with trade-offs

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Amphibians, such as frogs, are particularly susceptible to the effects of pollution in their environment. While it is well established that pest...

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Dec 02, 2013
Pesticides are underestimated as a driver of amphibian population decline

Photo Credit: Richard Bartz

A recent article published in Scientific Reports details the harmful effects that agricultural pesticides can have on amphibians. Amphibians...

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Jul 26, 2013
Frogs Living in Remote Areas Still Exposed to Toxic Pesticides

Photo Credit: Robbie Sproule

In a study published on July 26 in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry, researchers show that Pacific chorus frogs are being exposed to...

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