Contents

Summary
An introduction to aspects of evolution, diversity and characteristics of frogs and toads... more >

Evolution
The earliest amphibians appeared around 360 million years ago, invading the terrestrial environment due to evolutionary pressures ...more >

Diversity
Frogs and toads have evolved a diverse array of specialisations and adaptations, allowing them to inhabit a wide range of habitats and microhabitats around the world... more >

Distribution
Both time and continental drifting has had a major effect on the separation and distribution of frogs and toads... more >

Reproduction
A diverse array of reproductive strategies have evolved to enhance the survival of offspring...more >

Behaviour
A number of interesting behaviours are exhibited which makes frogs and toads particularly good subjects for studying... more >

References
A list of references used in making this site....more >






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School of Biological Sciences (Zoology), University of Manchester, UK.
March 2000