![]() Since these frogs and toads cannot move during this period due to their dormant state, they must come across favorable conditions before hibernation. During this time, they can choose to either remain underground or find refuge under large rocks, logs, etc. In general, the majority of terrestrial amphibians in temperate regions hibernate in the winter. ![]() How Do Frogs Hibernate? Image Credit: Brett_Hondow, Pixabayįor frogs and toads to hibernate, they need certain environmental conditions (temperature, feeding) to be favorable. Generally speaking, larger frogs with a more carnivorous diet can hibernate better than smaller frogs with a vegetarian/insectivorous diet. Hibernation is not the same for all types of amphibians because it has been found that their ability to do so depends on what they eat and how much they weigh. ![]() There are even some aquatic species that are able to hibernate underwater in the mud. This behavior allows them to not only survive the winter but also to breed later in the spring Some of the most common activities include hibernation in a burrow or underground hole for amphibians that live on land (some burrow throughout the year), going into a state of torpor, simply finding a more sheltered place to rest, or even migrating away from their home during the hardest part of winter and returning in the spring.įor amphibians that live on land, hibernation is one of the most common behaviors during winter. During winter, there are many different things frogs and toads can do.
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