Why Frogs Love Rain

Most of us head indoors when it rains. Frogs do the opposite. This one sits low in the shallows as rain stipples the surface of the pond around it, droplets scattered across its head.

Skin that needs to stay wet

Frogs breathe partly through their skin, and that only works if the skin stays moist. Dry, sunny weather is a risk, especially away from water. Rain removes that risk, so frogs are often more active and more willing to travel during and after a shower.

A good day for hunting

Rain also brings out food. Worms come to the surface, slugs and snails emerge, and insects fly low over the water. A frog sitting at the edge of a pond on a wet day has plenty of opportunities.

Photographing in the rain

Rain adds texture: ripples on the water, beads on the skin, a softer, quieter light. A rain cover for the camera and a slow, low approach make wet days some of the best for frog photography.