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Frogs of TasmaniaEleven species of frog occur in Tasmania, three of which are restricted to the State. |
| Brown Tree Frog A common and widespread species often found in suburban gardens. | |
| Common Froglet This widespread species is by far the most abundant in the State. | |
| Eastern Banjo Frog Found throughout most of eastern Tasmania and to the north of Macquarie Harbour, this species has a remarkable banjo-like call. | |
| Green and Gold Frog The only Tasmanian species listed as vulnerable - as population levels have declined markedly over the past ten years. | |
| Moss Froglet The latest 'addition' to the Tasmanian frog fauna, discovered in 1992 in the beautiful Hartz Mountains. | |
| Smooth Froglet The smooth froglet is found throughout northern and central Tasmania. | |
| Southern Toadlet Found throughout the eastern half of Tasmania, this brilliantly patterned species is a close relative of the well-known corroboree frog. | |
| Spotted Marsh Frog Found throughout north eastern Tasmania, where it occurs in farm dams, open woodlands, creeks and coastal wetlands. | |
| Striped Marsh Frog An uncommon species confined to the far north-west and north-east, as well as King Island. | |
| Tasmanian Froglet Found only in Tasmania, this species is common throughout much of the State, often at high altitudes. | |
| Tasmanian Tree Frog Found only in Tasmania, the Tasmanian tree frog is restricted to the west of the State. | |
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