Celebrating 10 years of community-powered conservation
Each February, the Mary River Catchment Coordinating Committee (MRCCC) invites communities across the Sunshine Coast, Noosa, Gympie and Fraser Coast regions to tune into their wetlands and backyards—and help protect our most endearing ecological indicators: frogs.
Now in its 10th year, Find a Frog in February (FFF) has engaged more than 2,250 local ‘Froggers’, who’ve contributed over 25,000 frog records across 39 species. It’s citizen science in action, generating vital data to guide habitat protection, ecosystem restoration and land management .
Frogs are especially vulnerable to changes in land, air and water—making them key indicators of environmental health. By observing and recording frog calls, photos, and locations, you’re helping researchers and land managers understand what frogs need to thrive.
How You Can Get Involved
- Join the iNaturalist or FrogID projects for digital submissions
- Monitor a favourite site annually to track changes over time
Top Tips for Frog-Friendly Backyards
- Leave some areas messy—with logs, tall grass, and leaf litter
- Avoid chemicals, soaps and pollutants around waterways
- Support wetlands restoration and protect natural water features
- Keep cats indoors at night and always clean gear between water bodies
- Know your native frogs—and how to avoid spreading disease
From backyard dams to wallum wetlands, every observation counts.
Together, we’re safeguarding habitat, connecting community, and ensuring that the songs of our frogs continue for generations to come.