According to the representative of the department, such action was necessary to protect nature. Bullfrogs are voracious predators that can eat anything, including mice, snakes, toads, and fish. They differ from their counterparts in size and color. The largest specimens reach 0.6 kg. The color varies from green to olive or brown.For the state, it is an invasive species. Bullfrogs typically inhabit central and eastern states, but when they spread west, they already pose a threat to local biodiversity. Not only do these predators feed on other animals, but they also spread new pathogens, in particular a fungus that is deadly to other amphibians. Authorities must therefore look for unusual ways to deal with them (however, this practice has been used on several occasions in the United States in the face of an increase in the population of nutria or Asian carp).As noted by The Washington Post, catching a frog isn’t that easy. Most often, hunting is done at night to identify animals by the gleam in their eyes. According to Greg Jongsm, a professional frog catcher, this requires a headlamp to keep both hands free. You will also need a bit of perseverance and not being afraid to get wet and dirty as they usually sit in marshy ponds. The expert advises to approach them from the front because these frogs always jump forward. It is better to grab them by the legs. However, you can also use a fishing rod or nets (but here you need a team of hunters).”It’s fun. I think people will feel like kids again if they decide to go on a frog-catching mission and hopefully help local biodiversity by at least reducing the population” , said Jongsma.By the way, unlike other types of hunting, you don’t need to get a license and there are no frog hunting seasons.
