Female Frogs Fake Their Own Death to Escape Pushy Males, Scientists Reveal
In the wetlands and ponds of Europe, the breeding season for common frogs (Rana temporaria) is anything but peaceful. Every spring, thousands of males gather in what researchers call “explosive breeding events.” For the females, however, this frenzy can quickly turn into a life-or-death struggle. Scientists studying these chaotic gatherings have discovered that female frogs […]