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Frogs in the Forest
Frogs in the Forest occurs at dusk and explores the world of the Karri forest amphibians.
An introduction to the 10 species of frogs commonly found around Pemberton, including frog call recordings, description of frogs and short talk about frog lifecycles, including the 3 species found at Pemberton that have no swimming tadpole stage. After listening to the range of frog calls, participants are walked to swampy sections of dam to search for frogs. Participants are encouraged to impersonate frog calls and to listen and look for frogs. Frog habitat, anatomy and what body parts may indicate (eg. Disks on toes for tree frogs, webbed feet for swimming, long hind legs for jumping) is discussed when frogs are found. Discussion on conservation of frog species and habitat is led.
Held at Big Brook Dam Picnic Area and Lake Yeagarup.
