One of the seven new species of frog named after Star Trek captains found in Madagascar - Mark D. Scherz/SWNS Frogs that whistle “like sound effects from Star Trek” have been discovered by scientists.

Two years ago we read a disquieting statement in the New York Times. The writer recommended: “… go for a walk or a drive while listening to “Slow Radio,” a very soothing BBC podcast featuring sounds ...

Put a microphone outside overnight in Southern California not far from the urban sprawl, and you might be surprised how much you can hear. (SOUNDBITE OF ANIMAL HOWLING) SUMMERS: But for scientists ...

Scientists suggest female frogs listen for changes in the male calls as a signal for when it's warm enough to mate.

Male green treefrogs attract mates with loud calls, but new research shows parasites can subtly change those signals.

Explore one of San Diego’s dozens of canyons on this short hike that would be especially inviting for students, with a location not far from the San Diego State University campus. Located in Rancho ...

When the time is right, a good love song can make all the difference. A study from UC Davis found that temperature affects the sound and quality of male frogs’ mating calls. In the colder, early weeks ...

The new species is described as having a flat face, downturned mouth, and round body, according to a study. Screen grab of photo shared on Facebook by Nick Evans. As an electrical storm hit a small ...

If you’re out on a walk in early spring and you happen to hear clucking, don’t start looking around for barnyard birds. The wood frog is one of the first frog species to emerge in late winter in the ...

You don't have to touch the frogs and toads; just listen for their distinctive croaks and chirps. And Friends of the Rouge ...