Why is it called the Motorbike Frog?
Ever heard a motorbike changing gears? Lots of kids imitate this sound when they “ride” around on pretend motorbikes. Well, we’ve had a particular motorbike under our kitchen window for weeks. And now he has a friend. Firstly, click this motorbike-frog.mp3 to listen to our nightly song.
One morning I found our songster haveing a quick dip in the pool.
Chlorine and frog skin is not a good mix (even the human touch is bad for them), so I fished him out and rinsed him off.
He was back in fine voice late that night.
Two night ago there was a different sounding song under the kitchen window. Something similar to this:spotted-thigh-frog.mp3
He (She?) certainly looked different to the Motorbike frog, but maybe just juvenile. Perhaps it is the Spotted Thigh Frog? (Any froggie experts out there?) At least they aren’t in my toilet at night (see this post and this post for past scares in the “wee” hours)
Frogs in the garden are a good indicator of a healthy environment, so I’m happy that my “rev head” guests are here.
The deadly Dugites are another matter entirely…..
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He’s a gorgeous looking frog and his call is hilarious but I wouldn’t want him under my bedroom window. I love frogs but I can’t help you with identification. What’s a deadly Dugite?
Hi Diane, they are rather gorgeous aren’t they?
Dugites are a rather nasty venomous snake we have over here - have encountered one already. Will post pics soon.
Man it’s hot over here! In the 40’s for the next few days…..
What a cutie! He would be a great little model to paint!
Hi Sharon, thanks for stopping by (and for all your other lovely comments).
I’ve popped in a Green Tree Frog illo today!
Cheers,
Cindy
Beautiful frog photos