The Common Frog emerges from its terrestrial hibernation den in early spring and then seeks the closest freshwater pond. The male then starts to sing

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The Common Frog emerges from its terrestrial hibernation den in early spring and then seeks the closest freshwater pond. The male then starts to sing to attract a female and they spawn

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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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