I found this big frog in my yard. Is it native? Ask an expert

Close up of a bullfrog

BullfrogOSU Extension Service

Gardening season is underway, and you may have questions. For answers, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service. OSU Extension faculty and Master Gardeners reply to queries within two business days, usually less. To ask a question, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. Here are some questions asked by other gardeners. What’s yours?

Q: I found a large frog in a plant in my backyard. My yard is totally enclosed so it stays near the same area. I sent a photo to family and they were concerned it could be poisonous or endangered. I have not touched it but for peace of mind and thought I would check. – Benton County

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