Do you want to learn about the different frogs in Moldova?

If so, you’ve come to the right place! In the article below, I have listed the frogs you can expect to see. For each species, you’ll find out how to identify that frog correctly, along with pictures, interesting facts, and RANGE MAPS!

2 types of frogs that live in Moldova:

#1. Marsh Frog

Pelophylax ridibundus

Identifying Characteristics:

Adults grow up to 15 cm long.
They have a pointed snout, robust body, and long, powerful legs.
This species’ coloring is dark green to olive, fading to brown on the sides and legs.
They have black blotches across the body, which form bands on the hind legs.

Look for Marsh Frogs in Moldova in deep ponds, lakes, and larger rivers.

These large, loud frogs are hard to miss!

Although you shouldn’t have trouble spotting a Marsh Frog, you might have a harder time identifying one. This is because it’s often confused with its close relatives, the Graf’s Hybrid Frog and the Iberian Water Frog. The Marsh Frog is the largest of the three, but the best way to differentiate these species is by your location.

You can also listen for the Marsh Frog’s distinctive voice, a series of evenly spaced metallic squeaks.

#2. Eastern Tree Frog

Hyla orientalis

Identifying Characteristics:

Adults are about 5 cm long.
This species has very long, thin legs. Its toes are long with little webbing, and its horizontal pupils are set in golden brown eyes.
The most typical coloring is a bright grassy green, but some individuals are brownish or gray.

The Eastern Tree Frog has an interesting talent; it’s a bit of a meteorologist! Believe it or not, these bright green frogs were once used to determine if it was going to rain. They often croak loudly when storms draw near because they can sense the change in air pressure.

There are only a few species of tree frog in Europe.

Unfortunately, it can be hard to tell them apart because they all look similar. The best way to tell them apart is by location.

You can identify it by its bright green coloring or listen for its metallic, high-pitched croaks. This little frog is so loud it can be heard from as far away as a kilometer or more!