Genetically modified, cannibal tadpoles may be the solution to Australia’s nearly century-old invasive cane toad problem.

By removing a gene to stunt cane toads at their tadpole stage, scientists hope they may have found a way to make the invader ...

Boffins in Australia engineered cane toad tadpoles to stay juvenile and eat toad eggs, using their natural cannibalism to ...

Tis the season for the many varieties of amphibians, and April is National Frog Month – a way to bring attention to the need for conservation efforts to protect them. Frogs represent transition – ...

Black Widow Spider has a cannibalistic behaviour. The females often eats the male after mating. This behaviour is known to ...

When handled, these treefrogs secrete a sticky toxin as a defense, which can be irritating to mucous membranes of people or ...

Observers believe both came here by “piggybacking” on exotic plants brought in by the horticultural sector. Read more at ...

“Unlike your typical cobweb-spinning spider, these guys sit at the water’s edge and use surface vibrations to detect prey. With quick reflexes, they can snatch insects, tadpoles, and even small fish ...

Some animals truly transform as they age. Discover 10 baby animals that look nothing like themselves once grown.