Frogs and other amphibians are very sensitive to changes in their environment and may show the effects of these changes sooner than other species in the same location. Australia is home to over 200 species of frog, most of which are only found here. To protect these unique species, it is very important to understand what is happening with Australian frog populations.
Handling frogs:
Frog skin is extremely sensitive and can be damaged by the natural chemicals and bacteria that are on your hands. Always wear gloves if you need to handle a frog.
Sick frogs:
Sick or injured frogs should be taken to a local veterinarian as soon as possible.
Frog Identification:
The following links will help you identify the species of frog you have seen.
- Frog ID: https://www.frogid.net.au/about-frogid
- Frogs of Australia, by the Amphibian Research Centre: https://frogs.org.au/frogs/index.html
Get involved with frogs:
If you are interested in learning more about frogs and being involved in community conservation activities, check out the Frog and Tadpole Study Group of NSW here: https://www.fats.org.au/
