Frogs at Pelaw Main

15/06/2024

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-16/bulk-egg-release-southern-corroboree-frog-kosciuszko/103974198?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR18Bk3BFbsl2UqaX5tuJSyt_wu7OGtOxyMdVBG9FLib7qfkocfYLgZGlvk_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw

More than 3,400 southern corroboree frog eggs have been released into their natural habitat in the NSW Snowy Mountains in the hope of bringing the iconic species back from the brink of extinction.

15/06/2024

Come along (or tune in online) in support of several of our members and friends who have been involved in organising the 'Frogs v Killer Fungus' public lecture. At Melbourne University's Werribee campus on Wednesday 26 June, starting 6:00 pm.

For further details and to register, visit:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/frogs-v-killer-fungus-winning-the-battle-but-losing-the-war-tickets-900810577687

13/06/2024

Get keen folks! Tinkerfrogs are back with this month's webinar!

Register now at https://www.qldfrogs.asn.au/webinars/

11/06/2024

🐸 🚽 Frogs are smart; they instinctively find water sources! Did you know frogs rely on water for their survival? Their permeable skin allows them to absorb water and oxygen. Staying moist helps frogs breathe and avoid dehydration. Next time you see a frog, remember they're experts at finding spots to stay hydrated!
This clever Green Tree Frog was photographed by Nicole from the Northern Territory.

09/06/2024

Join our team!

2 year full time research position as a Scientific Officer in Herpetology at the Australian Museum!

Research the frogs of the northern wheatbelt of NSW and help understand the impact of land use. The project also involves the promotion and use of data from the FrogID project, a national citizen science project helping us better understand and conserve frogs. PhD or equivalent experience required.

Closing date: 23/06/2024 - 11:59 PM Sydney time. Please share!

https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/job/scientific-officer-herpetology-470786

05/06/2024

05/06/2024

All are invited to join us at this year's Frogs Victoria Mini Conference on Thursday 4 July! For those who are keen to present on their research or froggy story otherwise, the registration form can be found on our website here: https://www.frogsvic.org/rego

Or just sit back and enjoy the talks as a member of the audience. Either way, we look forward to hopefully seeing you there!

05/06/2024

New FrogID research!

Our team’s latest study analysed over 20,000 recordings, providing a go-to guide to the calls of co-occurring whistling frogs in southeastern Australia. Thank you for your submissions!

Read more: https://australian.museum/blog/amri-news/guide-to-frog-whistles/

24/05/2024

On this we're sharing a ribbiting blog piece from Nick Clemann and Michael Swan, herpetologists and authors of Frogs of Victoria.

Nick and Michael share their insights into what makes frogs so critical to our environment, and how books like theirs can inspire us to protect them. They also introduce us to three of Victoria's most interesting, and most imperilled, frogs.

https://blog.publish.csiro.au/victorian-frogs-need-our-help-the-first-step-is-understanding-them/

Photo: Mike Swan

22/05/2024

21/05/2024

The call of a tiny, desert-dwelling frog has been recorded for the first time at a remote wildlife sanctuary in Central Australia.

11/11/2023

Grill'd Kotara has chosen us as one of their Local Matters charities for the month of November. Drop in for a yummy burger and put your token in the Hunter Wildlife Rescue jar to help us win the prize! 🍔

09/11/2023

07/11/2023

Thanks for being froggin' awesome. ❤️

Did you know that frogs (and healthy frog populations) are a good indicator of a healthy environment? That's why citizen science projects like Frog ID are so important.

Until Sunday 12 November, we're celebrating Australia's biggest frog count, FrogID Week. Record frog calls through the free FrogID app to help measure frog health and distribution around the country. You'll also help contribute to our Atlas of Living Australia database!

You could even be named the 2023 Top Frogger by submitting the most verified frog submissions, and win a FrogID prize pack.

What are you waiting for? Hop to it! Show the frogs who keep our insect populations in check some love. 🙏

05/11/2023

Going frogging this weekend? Don’t forget your safe frogging pledge! 🐸

Frogs have permeable skin and are sensitive to changes in their environment. It’s a good idea to ensure your shoes, equipment and tyres and free from mud and debris when going ‘frogging’, to reduce the transfer of frog disease from one frog habitat to another.

For detailed hygiene protocols, visit here: https://bit.ly/nsw-hygiene-guidelines

Join us from 3-12 November for – Australia's biggest frog count!

Download the free app at: https://www.frogid.net.au/

05/11/2023

It’s our sixth annual now through to 12th November!

The person who submits the most verified frog submissions will win a prize pack valued at A$235.

The pack includes 1 FrogID Week pin, T-Shirt, cap, keep cup, snap cards and 1 Australian Museum Online Shop Gift Card valued at A$100.

Note: no more than 10 submissions per 100 metres will be considered in this year's competition.

Terms & Conditions: https://australian.museum/get-involved/citizen-science/frogid/frogid-week-competition-2023/

05/11/2023

04/11/2023

The frog stack got too much for Dubhghall and he decided to find a different place to sit.

magnificent tree frogs ( Litoria splendida)

03/11/2023

Australia's first museum, showcasing an outstanding natural history and cultural collection. Home to the Australian Museum Research Institute. The Australian Museum is a NSW Government-funded cultural institution. Closed Christmas Day.

03/11/2023

Welcome to the Australian Museum FrogID project

01/11/2023

31/10/2023

Happy Halloween from Dubhghall and all of us at Frogs at Pelaw Main!

Magnificent tree frog (Litoria splendida)

25/10/2023

25/10/2023

Very successful frog spotting tonight with the low pressure trough coming through. Didn't take many photos though.

I counted 7 Green tree frogs (Litoria caerulea) of various size, the most this season. Litteraly dozens of Peron's tree frogs (Litoria peronii) some of which I'm pretty sure are actually Tyler's tree frogs (Litoria tyleri), and as many Easter Dwarf Tree Frogs (Litoria fallax).

12/10/2023

Asmodaus, Behemoth, and Beelzebub say hello!

Green tree frogs (Litoria caerulea) 🐸

12/10/2023

Double decker!

Redeyed tree frogs (Litoria chloris)
Dainty green tree frogs (Litoria gracilenta)

09/10/2023

https://australian.museum/blog/amri-news/smooth-operators/?fbclid=IwAR0--kHqR6RJmsIwTUHKFhLblfTMZGdxW52DmggXXcoQpGsW-qfFxGAyENg

Hidden in plain sight in the forests of Victoria’s Otway Plains and Ranges, we describe a new smooth frog to science, with an unusual reproductive mode.

05/10/2023

Popular spot!

Redeyed tree frogs (Litoria chloris)
Dainty green tree frogs (Litoria gracilenta)