Common Frog (rana temporaria) is an animal of the amphibian type. It inhabits forests, rivers and marshes. The animal weights about 20g - 80g (0.7oz - 2.8oz) and lives for 5 - 10 years. Foxes, snakes, birds are the dangerous creatures for common frogs. See the table below to learn more facts.
Facts about common frogs
Name | Common Frog |
Distinctive Features | Short back legs and webbed toes |
Scientific Name | Rana temporaria |
Genus | Rana |
Predators | Foxes, snakes, birds |
Colour | Black, green, grey, brown |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Weight | 20g - 80g (0.7oz - 2.8oz) |
Size (L) | 6cm - 10cm (2.4in - 4in) |
Top Speed | 8km/h (5mph) |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Class | Amphibia |
Type | Amphibian |
Skin Type | Permeable |
Order | Anura |
Habitat | Forests, rivers and marshes |
Main Prey | Insects, worms, snails |
Life Span | 5 - 10 years |
Diet | Carnivore |
Family | Ranidae |
Average Clutch Size | 1,500 |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |