Are frogs dangerous?

Frogs in the garden can be beneficial as they eat pests. However, they also become a nuisance as they vocalize loudly and lay eggs in swimming pools, which can clog the pool skimmers and filters. Frogs in the garden can also pose a health risk to both humans and pets. read more

The most poisonous of these frogs, the golden poison frog (Phyllobates terribilis), has enough toxin on average to kill ten to twenty men or about ten thousand mice. Most other dendrobatids, while colorful and toxic enough to discourage predation, pose far less risk to humans or other large animals. read more

Frogs are Poisonous to Dogs. 5 Tips for Keeping Your Yard Frog Free. If you follow our blog on Facebook you know that Frogs are the bane of my existence. It is not even one week into Spring weather and guess what a frog jumped up at Davinia last night on our last potty walk of the night. Of course it jumped up directly under her so she grabbed it. read more

Golden poison dart frog These frogs use their poison solely for self-defense, not to kill prey, and what a good defense against predators it is. Many of them are poison dart frogs known for their use in making arrow poisons. read more