Observations Regarding Potentially Maladaptive
Behavior in Rana Pipiens, with Possible Impli-
cations for Other Species


I went to the pond, (the hour was late)
And witnessed a bullfrog (he was wooing his mate.)

There he was on her back, (they were swimming around)
She, beast of burden, sought more solid ground.

He filled the bag on his throat, (then he let out a croak)
Wrapped his forelegs around her (I thought she might choke!)

With him on her back, and her on the bottom,
Too burdened was she, and a blue heron got 'em.

So a warning to bullfrogs, (lest you act antithetical)
Be kind to your mate when you act ([parent]hetical)

There - that's the worst I can come up with without help.