Big Night (amphibians)

Big Night for Amphibians

Big Night is a special time each spring when animals like frogs, toads, and salamanders come out after resting through the winter. They travel to tiny, temporary ponds called vernal pools that fill with water from the rain.

These ponds are perfect for laying eggs. During Big Night, many amphibians gather together. They make lots of croaking and calling sounds as they look for friends and partners. It is a busy, exciting night filled with nature’s music.

Big Night shows how animals follow the seasons and need special places to have babies. Keeping these ponds safe helps these wonderful creatures stay healthy and happy.

Some places even have special amphibian and reptile tunnels to help frogs cross roads safely to reach their ponds.