frog monitoring
Join us on our frog monitoring evenings to learn fun facts about the native frogs that are in your area, their habitats and how to identify them
Our community frog monitoring program has been running for over a decade and has contributed data to local, state and national databases.
We monitor a range of sites each year to assess the habitat of a diverse range of frog species. From Giant Barred Frog populations in the hinterland to Wallum Froglets on the Coast, you can help us collect and contribute valuable data on native frog species diversity and abundance.
You don’t need to be a frog expert, but you will be a seasoned frog spotter and citizen scientist after a few sessions! Our frog monitoring evenings are also a great way to get the family outside, to take some unique photos of wildlife after dark and to learn more about local flora and fauna.
These very popular free monitoring sessions are held throughout the Summer season (January – March), so get in fast by registering your interest below.
Photograph of a Giant Barred Frog taken by one of our volunteers at a survey night
Frogs spotted since our project started in 2014
Read our Frog Monitoring Report
Toadally sick of toads?
Toads are a serious invasive pest in Queensland and threaten native frogs by invading their habitats and stealing food sources, but we can all play a part in helping to keep their numbers down.
Read our Frog Monitoring Report
Our next frog monitoring season begins in February 2027
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How can I find out about frogs in my local area?
How can I find out more about frogs in my local area?
1. The best way to learn about frogs is to head to your nearest pond, river or creek after dark with a head torch and have a look! Depending on the species, frogs can be found hiding under natural debris, logs and vegetation or amongst shrubbery. The best time to find frogs is during or after rainfall during the Summer rainy season, but not on windy days as it dries their sensitive skin out.
2. As many native frog species are very small (around 3cm!) they can be difficult to find visually. Try tracking them by listening for their calls. You can also spot their eyes shining back from the reflection of your head torch (if you do find a frog, try to aim your torch indirectly so as not to stun it).Â
3. The Australian Museum’s FrogID project harnesses the work of citizen scientists to power frog research and conservation. You can record frog calls with the FrogID app for scientists to listen to and identify the species for you. This also helps provide valuable data for the protection and conservation of frogs. To find out more, visit FrogID.
4. Join Frog Workshops and Events: Organisations such as the Qld Frog Society Inc. Â host workshops and events related to frog conservation and research. Keep an eye out for events in your local area and consider attending to learn from experts and get involved in hands on conservation.