giant killer bullfrogs devour large birds whole in british columbia

The Globe and Mail has published a timely warning to B.C. waterfowl (none of whom are known subscribers) on the subject of "hungry killer bullfrogs" that will eat a duck in one ugly mouthful. Says local naturalist Clyde Burton, "A small duck doesn't stand a hope in hell. They are like alligators. I'll tell you, boy, don't put your fingers over the side of the boat." (Full story)

The giant killer bullfrog and its actual size relative to the common duck, inset (click for larger image)