FrogWatch: Become a FrogWatch Citizen Scientist

Anyone can volunteer and WE NEED YOU!
You do not have to be a frog or toad expert to make an important contribution!

You need an interest in learning about frogs and toads, the commitment to learn and identify their distinct calls and the ability to make several evening visits to a local wetland.

You can be directly involved in gathering information that may help stop the decline of these important and treasured animals.

After taking this course it only take 30 minutes one time a month out of your day to play a role in helping out the frogs and toads data collection.

This volunteer Training is suitable for ages 12 years and older.

Reservations are required.


For more information or questions contact emily.laughlin@mymanatee.org or shelby.reece@mymanatee.org

Become a FrogWatch USA™ Volunteer

What is FrogWatch USA™?

• A frog and toad volunteer monitoring program with overten years of data.

• An opportunity for volunteers to get involved in their community to collect and report information about wetlands and frog and toad populations in the U.S.

• A nationwide program where participants learn and practice science and develop a closer relationship with their natural environment.

Frogs and toads are important - and in trouble!

Frogs and toads are both predators and prey in aquatic and

terrestrial food webs. They directly benefit humans by eating insects that can be pests and transmit diseases.

Frogs and toads are sensitive to changes in their environment and are indicators of problems that can affect human health.

Many previously abundant populations have experienced dramatic population declines - in the US and around the world. It is essential that we understand the scope, scale and cause of these declines.