Amphibians (frogs and salamanders) are a remarkable part of Cobb County’s ecological makeup. Amphibians are great indicators of environmental health, and Cobb Water promotes a better understanding of these fascinating animals so that we as a community can better understand how to care for our environment and water resources. As bioindicators amphibians can tell us about the conditions of our environment. They rely on water for part or all their life stages, requiring clean streams, ponds, and wetlands to survive. Caring about amphibians means caring about our water resources.
Want to learn more about local amphibians? Join us for our seasonal frog walks, amphibian hikes, and amphibian workshops. Check our calendar for dates. Amphibian programs typically occur from late winter through early fall, when frogs and salamanders are most active.
For those wanting to do more to help our local amphibian populations, Cobb Water can assist with amphibian monitoring and data collection using frog and/or salamander surveys. We offer opportunities for all levels of interest, from the novice frogger to the professional herpetologist.
A common inquiry received at the Watershed Steward Program office is “Why don’t I hear as many frogs calling as I did when I was younger?" This is a difficult question to answer. Various factors affect amphibian populations, and scientists are actively researching these influences. To learn more about the amphibians of Cobb County, consider attending our programs or exploring our resources.
