Tag Archives: Lithobates catesbeianus

05.26.2023 The return of Frog Friday

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Steve Gingold

As always, I cannot be sure how often Frog Friday will appear here depending on sightings. But I did see a couple on the 21st prior to the heron experience. Currently the water levels are high and that might bode … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Amherst, amphibian, bullfrog, frog, Lithobates catesbeianus, male bulllfrog, Massachusetts, New England, Norwottuck Rail Trail, Poor Farm Swamp, western massachusetts | 6 Comments

11.25.2022 Frog Friday? Yeah, Frog Friday!

Posted on November 25, 2022 by Steve Gingold

Of course this image is from more archive trolling. But on this drizzly cool day (at least it’s not snowing yet) a Lithobatesian smile warms things up nicely. Bullfrog in Poor Farm Swamp-2008- shortly after the fun times with that … Continue reading →

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09.23.2022 Frog Friday-maybe the last?

Posted on September 23, 2022 by Steve Gingold

We are starting to get a few nights in the 30’s although not a frost in the immediate future. But that might be chilly enough to trigger hibernation. This past Monday I visited one of the more reliable locations for … Continue reading →

Posted in Animal Behavior, Fauna, Nature Photography, Western Massachusetts | Tagged American Bullfrog, female bullfrog, Lithobates catesbeianus, Moosehorn Road Pond, New England, New Salem, North Quabbin, western massachusetts | 20 Comments

09.02.2022 Frog Friday

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Steve Gingold

Someone needs a little motivation.

Posted in Animal Behavior, Nature Photography, Western Massachusetts | Tagged American Bullfrog, Lithobates catesbeianus, Massachusetts, New England, New Salem, western massachusetts | 20 Comments

08.26.2022 Sweet Feet Frog Friday

Posted on August 26, 2022 by Steve Gingold

It is probably just me but those feet are so cute.

Posted in Animal Behavior, Nature Photography, Western Massachusetts | Tagged American Bullfrog, amphibian, Lithobates catesbeianus, Massachusetts, Moosehorn Road Pond, New England, New Salem, western massachusetts | 17 Comments

08.19.2022 Frog Friday-Ah Youth

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Steve Gingold

While jockeying for position between the two Frog Friday shots of August 5, I spotted this young and colorful bullfrog sitting a few feet away from the larger and more mature frog. Female bullfrog-Lithobates catesbeianus in Poor Farm Swamp on … Continue reading →

Posted in Amherst, Animal Behavior, Closeup Photography, Nature Photography, Western Massachusetts | Tagged American Bullfrog, Amherst, amphibian, bullfrog, Lithobates catesbeianus, Massachusetts, New England, Norwottuck Rail Trail, Poor Farm Swamp, Rana catesbeiana, western massachusetts | 29 Comments

08.05.2022 Happy Frog Friday

Posted on August 5, 2022 by Steve Gingold

Prior to finding the Green Herons this past Monday, I came across several bullfrogs enjoying Poor Farm Swamp’s quiet morning. This little guy was the first. Others to follow on future FFs….or sooner. My first attempt of the morning. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Amherst, Nature Photography, Western Massachusetts | Tagged American Bullfrog, Amherst, amphibian, bullfrog, Lithobates catesbeianus, Massachusetts, New England, Norwottuck Rail Trail, Poor Farm Swamp, Rana catesbeiana, western massachusetts | 24 Comments

06.17.2022 Frog Friday- a new favorite?

Posted on June 17, 2022 by Steve Gingold

It’s hard to pick just one favorite and of course the most recent stands out in your mind. But the lighting and pose along with the floating leaf all make this at least among my favorites. Another shot from this … Continue reading →

Posted in Animal Behavior, Fauna, Nature Photography, Western Massachusetts | Tagged American Bullfrog, amphibian, bullfrog, frog on a log, Lithobates catesbeianus, Massachusetts, Moosehorn Road Pond, New England, New Salem, North Quabbin, Rana catesbeiana, western massachusetts | 21 Comments

06.03.2022 Frog Friday-Croaking for Love

Posted on June 3, 2022 by Steve Gingold

Some animals mate for life, birds especially, but frogs do not. Basically their version of a one night stand. Once mating is completed they go their own way and once the female lays her eggs she also hits the road … Continue reading →

Posted in Amherst, Animal Behavior, Closeup Photography, Nature Photography, Western Massachusetts | Tagged American Bullfrog, Amherst, amphibian, Animal Behavior, frog mating croak, Lithobates catesbeianus, Massachusetts, New England, Norwottuck Rail Trail, Poor Farm Swamp, western massachusetts | 29 Comments

05.27.2022 Frog Friday…bet you thought I forgot.

Posted on May 27, 2022 by Steve Gingold

Well, I did, sort of. There are still a few hours left to Friday so we got in with a little time to spare. From the archives, this pretty lady has such nice markings and is fairly young without any … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged bullfrog, Lithobates catesbeianus, Poor Farm Swamp | 22 Comments