10,000th California Red-Legged Frog Released in Yosemite After Decade-Long Effort

A decade-long conservation partnership has successfully reintroduced the California red-legged frog to Yosemite National Park, with the release of the 10,000th frog. - The species was driven out by invasive American bullfrogs and elevated raccoon populations.

- A rearing facility in San Francisco raises frogs from wild eggs for release. - The frog is California's official state amphibian and was featured in a Mark Twain story.

- The milestone event took place on May 7, 2026, near Yosemite Falls. This collaborative effort demonstrates the power of sustained conservation work to restore native species and ecosystem balance.