A seldom-studied parasite fatal to frogs is more widespread than previously thought and growing deadlier as the world warms, a new University of Central Florida study found. The deadly disease it ...

Frogs are a crucial part of the world’s ecosystem and are considered an indicator species since their sensitivity to environmental changes and pollution can serve as early warning signs of ecosystem ...

FILE: Photo of a gopher frog. A team of University of Central Florida scientists has identified a rise in sick frogs in the area and a resulting die-off. The bug that’s making the frogs sick is called ...

University of Central Florida researchers have found that an understudied, deadly disease of frogs is more widespread in Central Florida than previously thought and may become more of a problem in ...

A rescued gopher tortoise arrived at the Nokuse Nature Preserve in Florida’s Panhandle while my sister Erica and I were there. It didn’t know how lucky it was. Across Florida, builders are required to ...

Preface -- General account -- Common names -- Present classifications -- Scientific name -- Specific evaluation of our North American forms -- Range -- Habitat ...