From the beginning of civilization until now, there are many myths, folktales and superstitions about frogs. These are considered traditional knowledge. Many scientific questions can also be answered from traditional knowledge. Today's discussion is about some such interesting events.

Poisonous 'Harlequin' Frog

Did you know, milk can be stored through frogs? It may sound strange but it is true. In ancient times Russians used frogs to preserve milk. There were no refrigerators or modern preservation methods then. Frogs were kept in milk containers in different regions of Russia. The practice is also scientific. Research has shown that bacteria and fungi cannot grow due to certain chemicals released from the frog's skin. As a result, the milk stays fresh for a long time.

There are many fables about frogs. There are many things behind its name. English Frog (Frog) means frog. How did the word frog originate? The word 'Frog' comes from English 'frogge'. It was prevalent from 1000 to 1400. Before that, this word was known as 'frogga' from 600 to 1000 years ago. The word comes from the Old Norse language before its origin in the English language. In that language the word was 'frauki' or 'froskr'. Also the word was known as 'frosk' in Old German.

Among the amphibians, the most well-known animal is the frog. They live in water in the first stage of life, ie from egg to tadpole. Then the metamorphosis process becomes adulthood. For this, frogs need both aquatic and terrestrial environments. A frog's body is generally smooth and slippery. On the other hand, toads are also a type of frog, but their bodies are rough and have warts.

Frogs are considered the source of life in many mythological stories. Frogs have been negatively represented in various folklores and myths since prehistoric times. People have long believed that frogs are born from soil and water. They can survive for centuries. Frogs can lay thousands of eggs. They considered this a 'fertility symbol'. Egyptian hieroglyphics used a scribble symbol to represent one hundred thousand.

There are also various myths and legends about the transformation process of frogs. The Nile River was the center of economy in ancient Egypt. It is believed that there were many frogs. The Egyptians identified the frog as a goddess of fertility and childbirth. Images of frogs have been found carved into sculptures, statues and tombs of ancient Egypt. The Romans compared their goddess Venus to a frog.

According to most 19th century natural history books, frogs can survive for centuries encased in rocks. Frogs have been considered poisonous since the time of the Roman warrior, naturalist, writer Pliny and another Roman writer, Ailian.