How to Catch a Frog

Impress your friends, family or children by catching a frog on the first try. Frogs live near ponds, in moist places and near water. If you can hear them, you know they are nearby. When you see one, plan your course of action and snatch up a frog before he knows what hit him. It is your decision whether to let him go or whether you will enjoy frog legs for dinner.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Container

1. Access the location once you have spotted a frog. Since frogs are found near water, it is likely that the frog will jump back into the water if he hears you approaching. Frogs can be very speedy, but you are faster on land than he is.
2. Distract the frog and force him onto dry land or into a corner so he can't escape. Create a distraction by throwing a rock or stick in the water, forcing him to hop onto land. Frogs are carnivores so use a small amount of worm bait and try to lure him inland.
3. Approach the frog from the water side, if possible. You will have blocked off any escape and continue to force him inland, increasing your odds of catching the frog.
4. Use your hands to snatch up the frog. You can attempt to use a small bowl, net or other container but your hands will be the fastest.
5. Blind the frog with flashlight if it is late dusk. Frogs will get the "deer in the headlight" look and you will be able to grab up the frog before he blinks.
6. Keep your frog in a high-edged container since they can climb on walls and jump quite high. Make sure there is plenty of water and air holes in the top, if you plan to hold him in the container for more than a few minutes.
7. Wash your hands after handing frogs. Often they will urinate when scared and they can carry bacteria and germs.

Tips & Warnings

• Contrary to popular belief, frogs and toads will not give you warts. But since they are unclean, do wash your hands thoroughly after handling.
• Be cautious of unfamiliar or brightly colored frogs. Some species are poisonous to the touch. Research frogs and know the local varieties before grabbing just any frog.