Common Frog

Rana temporaria

Explore the Common Frog (Rana temporaria) species record in The Ark Is Earth, including classification, habitat, distribution, conservation information, and sources.

Summary

The Common Frog is an amphibian of ponds, wetlands, gardens, and damp woodland across Europe. It breeds in freshwater, then spends much of its life on land, where it eats invertebrates and serves as prey for many animals. Its permeable skin makes it sensitive to pollution and habitat changes.

Classification in this archive

Animals › Chordates › Amphibia › Anura › Ranidae › Rana

Habitat and distribution

Regions in this record: Europe

Demonstration note

[DEMO] Common frogs can absorb oxygen through their skin while resting underwater during winter.