Location: The Pond
Thanks for stopping by. Here you can learn about common frogs and live data in the park and how the two are interconnected.
Common frogs...
...are the inhabitants of this location.
About
Our most common, well-known amphibian. Common frogs eat invertebrates, slugs and snails. They can vary a lot in appearance but have smooth skin and are usually mottled green and brown, with long back legs covered in thick dark stripes. Did you know, a female common frog could have around 4,000 eggs in one spring- sometimes as early as December or as late as April depending on the weather? After hatching, tadpoles take about 14 weeks to turn into froglets!
Where to see them
They are frequent visitors to ponds in parks and gardens. Common frogs usually return to the same pond each year to breed and can live for up to 10 years. We will be making more homes for frogs this year at Central Park, so watch this space!
When to see them
You may be able to spot the common frog all year round, although they are most commonly seen between March and October. Frogs will hibernate under foliage and in mud over winter.
Current weather in the park
Below you can see real-time weather information from the nearby environmental sensor. If the time of the year is right to spot this species then the readings below should help you to find out what chances you have to spot this species exploring the park.
Air quality in the park
Living Lab collects real-time air quality readings from sensor located near the pond area of Central Park.
Healthy Tip: Clean air benefits not only the environment but, also your health. Consider choosing green routes the next time you go on a trip across the city.
Other wildlife in the park
Feeling adventurous?
Why don't explore our beautiful park and check out all the signs with QR codes whilst learning about species inhabiting different areas of the park? Go ahead and find them all!
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