Does Size Matter? for Female Tree Frogs, the Size of the Mating Call Says All
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 - 11:07
in Biology & Nature
Herpetologica - For female red-eyed tree frogs, size does seem to matter--and the mating call of the male tells them everything they need to know. A study of the mating calls of male Morelett's tree frogs in Belize found that larger frogs more readily find a mate. The rate, frequency, and duration of the male's calls carry this vital information to the listening females.