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Where to observe and photograph the agile frog in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the agile frog in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the agile frog’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Agile frog
Scientific name: Rana dalmatina
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: RANIDAE
Group: Amphibians
Sensitivity to human approach: Very shy
Minimum approach distance: 2 m
Reproduction period: November to December
Incubation: 7–10 jours
Births: November to December
Habitat:
Open woodland edges, damp meadows and hedgerows
Activity period :
Mainly active at night, generally discreet during the day.
Identification and description:
The agile frog is a small terrestrial frog of 6–8 cm with light brownish-red dorsal coloration and pale throat, equipped with strong hind legs. It inhabits open woodland edges, damp meadows and hedgerows, feeding on insects and spiders. During the breeding season, males call from the water’s edge to attract females into shallow water.
Recommended lens:
Macro – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Approach slowly to about 2 m and crouch at ground level to capture skin and leg details. Shoot early morning or late afternoon in raking light to highlight dorsal texture, using a shallow depth of field to isolate the frog from the background.
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