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Common Parsley Frog
Pelodytes punctatus
The Common Parsley Frog is a small, slender amphibian found primarily in southwestern Europe. It is easily recognized by its green spots scattered over a grayish or brownish body, often giving it a parsley-like appearance, which inspired its name. This nocturnal frog thrives in …
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- Unlike many frogs, the Common Parsley Frog's breeding season can vary greatly, sometimes occurring in both autumn and spring within the same population.
- The Common Parsley Frog can breed twice a year, a rare trait among European amphibians. Its green, parsley-like spots provide excellent camouflage amongst vegetation. Tadpoles of this species may overwinter in water, taking several months to metamorphose.
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