Triumph Over Invasive Species: Bullfrog Successfully Eradicated from Ebro Delta Region

Triumph Over Invasive Species: Bullfrog Successfully Eradicated from Ebro Delta Region

In a remarkable turn of events, the once-menacing bullfrog population in the Ebro delta natural park has been successfully eradicated. This victory against an invasive species marks a significant achievement in conservation efforts and safeguarding local ecosystems. Previously, the presence of bullfrog tadpoles had triggered concerns among experts about the potential harm they could inflict … Read more

Midwife toads in Spain

Midwife toads in Spain

Midwife toads (Alytes obstetricans) are actually frogs, not toads. They belong to the family Alytidae (formerly Discoglossidae), which is a group of frogs that are found in Europe and northern Africa. They are called “midwife toads” because of their unique breeding behavior, in which the male carries the fertilized eggs on his hind legs, but they are not classified as toads. Toads and frogs are both amphibians, but they are different groups of animals. Toads are generally stockier and have rough, warty skin, while frogs are typically more slender and have smooth skin.

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Stripeless tree frog – Hyla meridionalis – Ranita meridional

Stripeless treefrog - Hyla meridionalis – Ranita meridional

Description The Stripeless treefrog – Hyla meridionalis – Ranita meridional is a small frog (usually no more than 5cm (2 inches) in length). The skin is very smooth and shiny, light green in colour which camouflages perfectly among the vegetation. The head is broad and rounded with prominent eyes and a dark stripe from the … Read more

East Iberian Painted Frog – Discoglossus jaenneae – Sapillo Pintojo Meridional

The East Iberian Painted Frog - Discoglossus jaenneae - Sapillo Pintojo Meridional is a shiny, plump frog with a pointed snout that can reach a body length of up to 6cm

Description The East Iberian Painted Frog – Discoglossus jaenneae – Sapillo Pintojo Meridional is a shiny, plump frog with a pointed snout that can reach a body length of up to 6cm. Most are spotted although they may occasionally have stripes and the main colour can range between green, brown, olive or yellowish. They sometimes … Read more