Foot webbing coloration signifies visual signals of maturation in frogs
Friday, April 3, 2015 - 05:20
in Biology & Nature
Color and pattern change upon maturation is not uncommon among numerous animals. These changes tend to signify sexual development within the species and also increased male–male competition in searching for mates. Among frogs, color and pattern changes are quite common. Although vocal signals are normally used as a mode of communication, some frog and toad species use visual cues as well.