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Quick Facts

Scientific name:  Rana ridibunda

Size:  Up to 13cm.  Larger than other frogs found in the UK

Distribution:  Found mostly in the southern counties of England

Months seen:  All year round

Habitat:  Ponds, ditchs, lakes and streams

Food:  Small invertebrates

Special features:  Marsh Frogs were first introduced to Kent in 1934.  They are similar in appearance to the Edible Frogs and Pool Frogs.  They're green and brown with dark brown (almost black) patches, and they frequently have a pale green stripe running down the spine.  Their undersides are a creamy-white colour.


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