Why Do Frogs Croak Constantly?

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Frogs are known for their vocalizations, primarily as a means of communication during mating season. The constant croaking is largely a mating call, signaling to potential partners and establishing territory. The discussion humorously suggests that different frogs might have varying styles of calls, with some being more assertive and others more hesitant. Overall, the primary purpose of the frogs' sounds is to attract mates and communicate their presence to others in the vicinity.
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I have a few dozen (or maybe a few hundred, I haven't counted) frogs living outside my window and they are constantly making sounds. What exactly is the purpose of this? I imagine that they must somehow be communicating but what are they conveying which requires constantly croaking?
 
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I think it's something along the lines of, "Hey baby...how you doin'?"

:wink:

They're looking for mates.
 
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Sounds like they are vampire frogs and planning an attack on qntty's larder.
 
lisab said:
I think it's something along the lines of, "Hey baby...how you doin'?"

:wink:

They're looking for mates.

Well, there are the ones saying that, and then there are others singing "O' Solo Mio" and a few out there calling, "Hey, there's a party at the pond tonight, you're all invited!" Oh, and there's the one you don't hear...he's furiously posting a thread in GD asking, "I think this froglette likes me, but I'm afraid to call out like the others, what should I do?"
 
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