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The Foothill Yellow-legged Frog (Rany boylii ) is native to parts of the Mt. Tamalpais Watershed and is listed as both a federal and state species of "special concern,” which means its population is declining. The Foothill Yellow-legged Frog has disappeared from more than 45 percent of its historic range in Oregon and California due to:
MMWD needs help from the community to stop the decline and help restore a healthy population within the watershed. Each year, we train docents to monitor habitat conditions and to educate hikers at Little Carson Falls, a popular hiking destination located about five miles outside of Fairfax and a breeding area for the Foothill Yellow-legged Frog. Docents monitor the falls between March and June each year when the eggs and tadpoles are at their most vulnerable. Volunteer docents are asked to commit to two 5-hour shifts between March and June. No previous experience or special knowledge is required. Frog docents must be at least 18 years old. Becoming a frog docent is a great way to get outdoors, have an extraordinary volunteer experience, and contribute to public understanding and protection of this native species. Yearly training is offered in February. How did we do? 2010 Frog Docent Program Results As of June 30, the docent program for 2010 has come to a close because the most vulnerable period for the eggs and tadpoles is from March through June. Although the frogs need protection from unsuspecting hikers and their dogs all year long, the tadpoles have hatched and are growing. MMWD would like to thank our 2010 docents for their extraordinary commitment of time and effort in helping monitor the frogs and educate the public.
More reading: Help Protect Mt. Tam’s Native Frogs and Turtles by Americorps Intern Kathryn Deery For Foothill Yellow-legged Frogs, it’s that Time of Year by Americorps Intern Marisa Evans |
