“Tuck-tuck-tuck”. The monsoon has arrived and fresh out of hibernation, the Malabar gliding frog is calling out for a mate. Will he find a suitor?
Related Content
Anatomy of a Rainforest: Life in the Middle
The middle of a rainforest is a secretive place. In healthy forests, a dense canopy blocks most light, providing shade and security for stealthy creatures
Singing in the Rain: Frogs of Agumbe Get Ready for the Monsoon
The rains in Agumbe set the scene for a croaking romance. Frogs and toads not only wake up from long slumber, but most also get ready to mate
Silent Knight: How the Malabar Pit Viper Hunts in the Dark
The Malabar pit viper is a study in stillness. It remains motionless, waiting for its prey for hours, even days. But when the time is right, it strikes with lightning speed
My Wild Valentine
Which courtship ritual from the wild world has intrigued you?
Kumbhara Night Frog: Father of the Year
Cartoons and illustrations on wildlife, environment and conservation
Loud and Clear: Bullfrogs of India
India’s largest frogs are two species of bullfrogs: the Indian bullfrog and Jerdon’s bullfrog. They live in freshwater habitats, including waterlogged paddy fields, all over the country.