Genre:

Essay, Serial

Subjects:

Zoology, Natural History, Animal Behaviour, Education, Superstition

People mentioned:

Luigi Galvani

    Describes the insect-eating habits and the immunity of toads, and proceeds to detail the aquatic capabilities, life-cycle, and physical characteristics of frogs. Notes the connection between frogs and galvanism and describes other features of the frog including its culinary uses, its croak, and its different colourings.