# Temporary frog

**Grass Frog / Vlig groda / Common Frog**

Information about this species.

The common frog is one of the most resilient amphibians of the boreal zone, mastering the long Lappish winters by hibernating in the mud of oxygen-rich waters or in frost-free burrows. Its ability to use glycogen as antifreeze allows it to survive the extreme conditions of Västerbotten.

## FAQs

- **What is the common frog (Rana temporaria)?**: Rana temporaria is a robust, brown-spotted amphibian perfectly adapted to cool climates. In northern latitudes, populations often exhibit darker pigmentation to absorb more solar heat during the short summers.
- **Where does this species live in Lapland?**: In Västerbotten, the common frog inhabits diverse environments, from boreal coniferous forests to aapa mires and subalpine birch forests. It requires clear, fish-free waters for breeding and spends the summer hunting in the moist ground vegetation of the taiga.


## Weitere Informationen

- Illustration: Rana temporaria
- Nature, Taiga & Waters of Västerbotten
- Native to Northern Sweden