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Common Frog

A common frog sitting in shallow water
A common frog sitting in shallow water
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These amphibians live in ponds and damp, grassy places.

Seasonal Behaviour:

Frogs get very, very sleepy in winter. They hibernate (go into a deep sleep) to save energy. Most frogs will hide in a log pile or a compost heap, but some will even sleep at the very bottom of a pond, hiding in the mud!

💡 Fun Facts

  • When a frog hibernates at the bottom of a pond, it doesn't need to come up for air. It breathes through its skin instead!
  • A frog's heart can slow down so much during hibernation that it only beats a few times every minute.
  • Some frogs can even survive being frozen solid in ice and will wake up when the ice thaws in spring.