Are frogs omnivores?

However, it is important to note that tadpoles, the juvenile form of frogs, can range from herbivore, eating algae and decayed plant matter, to omnivores, as some tadpoles such as bullfrog tadpoles, known for their size in contrast to other North American Species, will eat animal proteins. read more

Frogs are a special type of omnivores called ‘life-history omnivores’, which means they eat both plants and animals, but at different times of their lives. Immature tadpoles are exclusively herbivorous, eating mostly algae and maybe some stems and leaves inside the water. read more

Most frogs are not herbivores. The majority of the frogs in the world are carnivorous. There are, however, a few species of frogs that are exceptions to the rule. read more

Tribes in the frogs' native habitats used the frog poison on their arrows. The frogs' vivid colors warn potential predators they aren't safe to eat. As adults, poison dart frogs are carnivores, yet many are omnivores as tadpoles, says National Aquarium Curator Ken Howell on the organization's website. read more