‘Less desirable’ males confuse female treefrogs looking for a mate

Too many choices is not always a good thing. Even if you are a female Cope’s gray treefrog (Hyla chrysoscelis) searching for a mate. When too many desirable mates croak and screech their availability, the female frogs struggle to make the right choice. This phenomenon called “choice overload” is detailed in a study published today in the journal Cell Press, and may impact how species evolve. Cope’s gray treefrogs have a wide range. They are found in Virginia west tow