I've heard of Banjo frogs, but not heard them. I guess their call sounds a bit like a banjo, not my favourite instrument. Frog populations are great canaries in the coal mine for our environment.
I have had it confirmed that it is indeed an Eastern Banjo Frog (the joys of social media!). It has a distinctive "bonk" call, which apparently is like a banjo string being plucked, hence the name.
We hear a lot of frogs at night. They are very loud but a delight to listen to. I don't often see them though.
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What a charmer. It is too long since I have seen a frog.
ReplyDeleteSitting up and surveying the scene! Great shot.
ReplyDeleteI've heard of Banjo frogs, but not heard them. I guess their call sounds a bit like a banjo, not my favourite instrument. Frog populations are great canaries in the coal mine for our environment.
ReplyDeleteI have had it confirmed that it is indeed an Eastern Banjo Frog (the joys of social media!). It has a distinctive "bonk" call, which apparently is like a banjo string being plucked, hence the name.
DeleteWe hear a lot of frogs at night. They are very loud but a delight to listen to. I don't often see them though.
Nice find Country Mum. You have sharp eyes.
ReplyDeleteThe sharp eyes are not mine... I would have nearly stepped on him had not Phil pointed him out to me.
DeleteGreat Capture!!
ReplyDeleteCroak croak. LOL Diane
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