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Reptiles - The Common Frog

First seen on Monday 22nd August 2022 at Druridge Pools

There are a few types of frog in the UK, but this one (The Common Frog) is the one you are most likely to see. There is also a species called the British Pool Frog, but this is extremely endangered. There are also odd pockets of 'invaders' for example a colony of pretty Iberian Water Frogs that are at Ham Wall in Somerset.

This Common Frog is slightly smaller than a Toad, has smoother skin and a more 'slim' build. It has characteristic folds down its head and back, and a large black patch behind its eye. This one was found in the grass along side the road through Druridge.