# Iberian Green Frog (*Pelophylax perezi*) The Iberian Green Frog is a lively little frog that loves to hop around near water. It has bright green skin with dark spots and can be found in ponds and streams, making it a fun friend to spot in nature! - **Category:** [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/amphibian) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low - **Habitat:** Wetlands ![Iberian Green Frog](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special:Redirect/file/Pelophylax_perezi_by-dpc.jpg&width=800) Photo: David Perez, CC BY 3.0 · [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Pelophylax_perezi_by-dpc.jpg) ## Appearance The Iberian Green Frog has smooth skin that varies from bright green to olive, often adorned with dark spots and a distinct pale stripe down its back. Its belly is typically whitish, and males possess dark vocal sacs near their mouths. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Amphibia - **Order:** Anura - **Family:** Ranidae - **Genus:** Pelophylax ## Interesting facts - These frogs spend almost their entire lives in or very near water! - They are mostly active during the day, which is unusual for many frogs. - They can croak loudly, especially in chorus, to attract mates! - Young Iberian Green Frogs, called tadpoles, breathe with gills just like fish! ## Special abilities - **Aqua-Breather:** Iberian Green Frog can absorb oxygen through its skin, allowing it to stay underwater for long periods. - **Leap Away:** Iberian Green Frog can launch itself far with powerful hind legs that help them escape danger quickly. - **Sticky Tongue Trap:** Iberian Green Frog has a long, sticky tongue that helps them snatch unsuspecting insects from a distance. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 5-10 cm - **Weight:** 0.02-0.1 kg - **Lifespan:** 5-10 years - **Speed:** 15 km/h - **Clutch Size:** 1000-5000 - **Metamorphosis:** 60-120 days ## Diet & Feeding These frogs are insectivores, mostly eating bugs, but tadpoles are plant-eaters! - **Age differences:** Young tadpoles are herbivores, feeding on algae and detritus, while adults are carnivores. - **Primary Foods:** flies, beetles, spiders, worms, small crustaceans - **Foraging Method:** Ambush ## Ecological connections - **Eaten by:** [Grey Heron](https://www.snappit.app/explore/grey-heron) (*Ardea cinerea*) — Herons are common bird predators of adult frogs. - **Eaten by:** [Viperine Snake](https://www.snappit.app/explore/viperine-snake) (*Natrix maura*) — These semi-aquatic snakes frequently hunt frogs near water. - **Eats:** [Yellow Fever Mosquito](https://www.snappit.app/explore/yellow-fever-mosquito) (*Aedes aegypti*) — Adult frogs help control mosquito populations. - **Eats:** Great Silver Water Beetle (*Hydrophilus piceus*) — Frogs prey on various aquatic and terrestrial beetles. ## Traits - [Spotted](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/spotted): Marked with spots or patches of a different color. - [Social](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/social): Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring. - [Camouflaged](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/camouflaged): Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment. - [Colorful](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/colorful): Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors. - [Insectivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/insectivorous): This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates. - [Wetland](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/wetland): This habitat trait identifies species found in wetlands, which are areas of land saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, including marshes, swamps, and bogs. - [Diurnal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/diurnal): Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night. - [Freshwater](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/freshwater): Freshwater habitats include non-saline aquatic environments such as rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands, vital for numerous species. - [Speedster](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/speedster): This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel. - [Pollinator](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/pollinator): Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants. ## Collections - [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/amphibians) ## Safety **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low Always wash your hands after touching frogs, and be gentle if you see one! ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify Iberian Green Frog? Check the toe pads, leg length, eye markings, back pattern and body shape. Don't lean on color: some frogs change shade to match their surroundings. Frog Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details. ### How long is Iberian Green Frog? 5-10 cm ### How much does Iberian Green Frog weigh? 0.02-0.1 kg ### How long does Iberian Green Frog live? 5-10 years ### How fast can Iberian Green Frog move? 15 km/h ### What does Iberian Green Frog eat? These frogs are insectivores, mostly eating bugs, but tadpoles are plant-eaters! ### Where is Iberian Green Frog usually found? Wetlands ### How does Iberian Green Frog hunt? Ambush ## Where to spot - [s’Albufera de Mallorca Natural Park](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/salbufera-de-mallorca-natural-park) — Illes Balears, ES · Park - [Parque Regional del Sureste](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/parque-regional-del-sureste) — Comunidad de Madrid, ES · Park - [Jardín del Turia](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/jard-n-del-turia) — Spain, ES · Park [View all places to see Iberian Green Frog](https://www.snappit.app/guides/where-to-see/iberian-green-frog) ## More Amphibians - [Eastern Red-backed Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-red-backed-salamander) (*Plethodon cinereus*) - [California Slender Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/california-slender-salamander) (*Batrachoseps attenuatus*) - [Cuban Tree Frog](https://www.snappit.app/explore/cuban-tree-frog) (*Osteopilus septentrionalis*) - [European Toad](https://www.snappit.app/explore/european-toad) (*Bufo bufo*) --- Source: [Iberian Green Frog: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/iberian-green-frog)