Eric Post, one of the researchers, notes that the frequency of croaking is an important indicator for females, allowing them to assess environmental conditions and choose the optimal time for reproduction. This is crucial for the successful survival of their offspring, including eggs and tadpoles.
Although the study highlights that climate change may shift breeding seasons for frogs, the implications of this phenomenon for population numbers remain unclear.
Additionally, previous research has primarily focused on the vocal signals emitted by males, while the vocalization of females has been insufficiently studied. This calls into question traditional views of the role of females as "silent choosers."
