What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedFrogs and Toads of the World
Chris Mattison · Book · 2011
If you loved Frogs and Toads of the World, start with Life in Cold Blood (2008) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Frogs and Toads of the World across media.
What hooked you in Frogs and Toads of the World was the way a rigorous scientific focus reveals the wonder of complex animal behavior.
Films on the same thread
The Princess and the Frog
Ron Clements · Film · 2009
Explores: Dreams and Ambition, Social Mobility, Class Differences.
If you appreciated the biological focus of Frogs and Toads of the World, this whimsical fairy tale offers a playful, imaginative spin on the amphibian life cycle.
Frozen
Chris Buck · Film · 2013
Explores: Sisterhood, Self-Acceptance, Overcoming Fear.
While Frogs and Toads of the World explores the natural world, this film captures the same sense of discovery and journey found within the global wilderness.
The Muppets
James Bobin · Film · 2011
Explores: Saving the Theater, Putting on a Show, Ensemble Cast.
Those who enjoyed the specific focus on anurans in Frogs and Toads of the World will find the most famous frog in history a delightful character study.
Flushed Away
David Bowers · Film · 2006
Explores: Fish Out of Water, Class Conflict, Underdog Story.
This adventure mirrors the taxonomic diversity found in Frogs and Toads of the World by featuring a toad antagonist and a vibrant, albeit fictionalized, subterranean ecosystem.
Series on the same thread
Life in Cold Blood
Series · 2008
Shares a thread with Frogs and Toads of the World: Natural History.
This documentary series serves as the perfect companion to Frogs and Toads of the World, providing a visual exploration of the same herpetological themes and natural history.
Nature
Thomas Lovejoy · Series · 1982
Shares a thread with Frogs and Toads of the World: Natural History.
Just as Frogs and Toads of the World highlights specific animal behaviors, this series offers a broader look at the complex ecosystems that support such diverse wildlife.
Frozen Planet
Series · 2011
Explores: Polar Regions, Climate Change, Animal Behavior.
If you valued the deep research in Frogs and Toads of the World, you will appreciate this commitment to documenting animal behavior in extreme, remote polar environments.
Madagascar
Mike Gurton · Series · 2011
Shares a thread with Frogs and Toads of the World: Biodiversity.
This program complements the biodiversity insights from Frogs and Toads of the World by detailing how unique island habitats drive the evolution of specialized animal species.
Podcasts on the same thread
Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks
Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Human-wildlife conflict, Apex predators, Biological survival.
This podcast connects to the biological expertise of Frogs and Toads of the World by providing a professional, expert-led analysis of animal behavior and survivalist instincts.
Ologies with Alie Ward
Alie Ward · Podcast · 2026
Explores: intellectual curiosity, scientific wonder, human obsession.
The intellectual curiosity displayed in Frogs and Toads of the World is mirrored here, as experts break down the complex and fascinating science behind diverse natural phenomena.
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Common questions
Was Frogs and Toads of the World originally published under a different title?
Yes, Frogs and Toads of the World was first published by the Natural History Museum in London in 2011 under the shorter title Frogs and toads. The information provided in the book remains consistent with its original release by the museum.
Who is the author of Frogs and Toads of the World?
The book Frogs and Toads of the World was written by Chris Mattison. It was published in 2011 and features content originally produced by the Natural History Museum in London, which initially released the work under the title Frogs and toads.
Is Frogs and Toads of the World associated with the Natural History Museum?
Yes, Frogs and Toads of the World is associated with the Natural History Museum in London. The book was first published by the museum in 2011, though it was originally titled Frogs and toads before being released under its current name.
When was Frogs and Toads of the World first published?
Frogs and Toads of the World was first published in 2011. The work was released by the Natural History Museum in London, which had previously published the material under the title Frogs and toads as noted on the title page verso.