Basking Marsh Frogs

I am a regular visitor to Rye Levels during the summer months where I am always on the look-out for any insects that may have arrived from across the channel. Nothing of interest to report for this year but another foreigner has been resident on Romney Marsh since the 1930's and is a particular favourite of mine. The Marsh Frog (Rana ridibunda) is abundant on Rye Levels and they can often be seen basking on the banks of ditches or amongst the water foliage on the water surface. They are very quick to dive into the water as you approach and in order to get close, the trick is to see them before they see you. 

 

 

Marsh Frog (Rana ridibunda)

 

The first two images are of two different adults and the third image is of a sub-adult.