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European common frog

Scientific name: Rana temporaria


European common frog

IUCN Status: Least Concern

Family: RANIDAE

Group: Amphibians

Shyness: Suspicious

Safe distance: 3 m

Breeding season / Courtship: 01.03-31.07

Gestation: 14 à 20 jours

Births: 31.07-15.08


Habitat:
Swamps, riverbanks, ponds

Description:
The Common Frog is a widespread species of frog in Europe, easily recognized by its brown or green skin, often spotted with dark markings. It primarily lives in wetland areas such as marshes, ponds, and riverbanks. This frog is an opportunist, feeding mainly on insects, worms, and small invertebrates that it captures with its quick tongue. The Common Frog is often seen during its movements toward water for breeding, a characteristic behavior in spring. It is active during the day and evening, although its habits are more pronounced during the breeding season.

Recommended lens:
>=Macro

Photography tips:
Photograph the Common Frog in its natural environment using a macro lens to capture the details of its skin and spots. Use soft, natural lighting, especially in the morning or late afternoon when frogs are most active. Avoid getting too close, as although this species is relatively common, it can be skittish, especially during the breeding season.

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