A Frog's Compliment

Each spring we add a few tadpoles to the pond in the backyard. They develop over the summer and by now they are getting ready to look for a place where they will winter. When I was out by the pond feeding the fish this past weekend there was a splashing sound. Closer examination revealed a splendid amphibian. One of the tadpoles had become a full leopard frog. He will probably winter here and perhaps even join the few that have made the pond their residency. We are delighted they chose our backyard.