Frogs reduce the insect population in your area and are relatively harmless, unless you are dealing with a species that is toxic to pets. One good way to reduce frog populations is to use their natural predators, such as cats or even snakes. You can also remove areas where the frogs congregate, such as ponds and puddles so that they leave. Before you start getting rid of frogs, check your local laws to make sure you can do this legally.
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Method 1 of 4: Preparing to Get Rid of Frogs
Step 1. Identify the frog species you are dealing with
This information will not only help you get rid of them, as different species require different methods, but it will also ensure that you are not doing anything illegal, as some species of frogs are protected by law. Some of the species that can be legally killed are:
- Buffalo frogs (bullfrog) that live outside their native areas in eastern North America. These frogs competed with frogs native to other regions, eating them, and spreading kitridiomycosis, an infectious disease that has contributed to the extinction of 100 other frog species.
- The cane toad that lives outside its native area in South America and Central America. Even if they are not frogs, readers of this article will probably be dealing with the amphibian. They are rampant especially in Australia.
- Cuban tree frog that lives outside its native Cuba. These frogs are a serious nuisance in Florida, they can even cause blackouts.
- Coqui frogs that live outside of their native Puerto Rico.
Step 2. Check the laws in your area
In most parts of the world, it is illegal to kill non-invasive species, but people are advised to manage invasive species. Some of them are even too dangerous to make it illegal for you to release them back into the wild once you catch them.
- If you are unsure whether a frog is a local frog or not, take a photo of the frog and submit it to the Fisheries and Wildlife authority in your area so they can identify it.
- Before you decide to take matters into your own hands, it may be a good idea to meet with the Fisheries and Wildlife authority in your area to discuss the best way to get rid of frogs in your area.
Step 3. Do not kill local frog species
If you find that the frogs in your area are local species/native to the area, let them be. Frogs that are native to an area should be left untouched, even if they are poisonous. Frogs are important members of their ecosystem, and in fact, the presence of frogs is an indication that an ecosystem is healthy. Frogs maintain insect population levels and contribute to wet soil in certain ways.
- If you don't like the presence of local frogs, there are still ways to prevent them from visiting your home. For example, you can cut the bushes in your house so that the frogs have nowhere to live.
- You can also prevent them from entering your home by ensuring that your home is tightly sealed, keeping windows and doors closed.
Method 2 of 4: Destroying Food and Destroying Their Shelters
Step 1. Suck up any water that is present
Frogs are attracted to damp places, so by removing water sources from your yard, they will lose interest and find another place to lay their eggs and live. You can rent a pump to draw water from the source.
- Some examples of water sources that attract frogs are bird ponds, puddle/marsh areas, and artificial ponds.
- Getting rid of the water puddles will also keep away mosquitoes and other insects that serve as a food source for the frogs, so the frog thinks the area is no longer as attractive as he thought it would be.
- If the water source in your yard is something you want to maintain, such as a natural pond, add a filter or fountain. Both of these will cause the existing water to circulate, so you can kill most mosquitoes and other insects. Frogs will still be attracted to the water, but many of them won't stay long because they don't have an adequate food supply.
Step 2. Take care of your bushes
Tall grass, shrubs, shrubs, or other shrubby plants are ideal hiding places for frogs. By pruning these bushes, the frogs no longer have a hidden place; and this is something they hate. If you want to keep the bushes in some parts of your yard, position them as far away from any available water sources as possible.
Step 3. Remove debris
Just like tall grass, piles of unused items in your yard are ideal hiding places for frogs. By getting rid of them, you will get rid of a lot of frogs. Get rid of empty pots, old wood, piles of wood chips, or other materials that might create a dark, damp place where frogs can hide in them.
Step 4. Turn off the outdoor lights
The light will attract the insects, and the insects will attract the frogs. Turn off any outdoor lights you have to reduce insect and frog populations.
- Turn off garden and yard lights.
- Close windows and curtains in your home to reduce the intensity of light that penetrates outside.
Step 5. Store pet food in your home
While this is rare, frogs sometimes steal dog or cat food. Feed your pet indoors or keep the plate inside when the dog or cat is not eating.
Step 6. Get rid of insects in your property area
Flies, mosquitoes and other insects are the frog's main food source. By killing them, you will prevent frogs from coming into your yard. Here are some ways to control insect populations:
- Use an electric bug trap. Place these traps on your porch to attract attention and kill all flying insects.
- Spray organic insecticide. Most chemical insecticides will kill frogs, but organic insecticides will not.
Step 7. Fence off your living area
Surround your house or pool with a net or plastic fence. Do not use wire or chain-type fences, as frogs can easily get through the cracks.
- Make sure you plant the fence at ground level and the fence is high. Frogs can jump quite high, so use a standard-sized fence, not a low one (a standard fence will work more effectively).
- Make preparations to ensure the fence is stable. Bury the foot of the fence at least 30.5 cm deep, bury some of the fence as well.
Method 3 of 4: Using Frog Killer
Step 1. Use the frog's natural predators
Both snakes and cats like to eat several types of frogs, so if you bring them into your yard, you can control the frog population, and your yard will not be an attractive place for frogs. Before you do this, do your research to make sure that the type of frog you're trying to get rid of is compatible with the food the cat or snake wants.
- Remember that many frogs are poisonous. Do not use predatory animals that are susceptible to the poison of these frogs.
- Do some research to find out the specific type of frog you are trying to kill. Cats and snakes are the easiest predators to work with, but if you want to make your home environment more welcoming, buy an eagle or other bird.
Step 2. Use a natural frog repellent
There are several natural remedies that can effectively kill frogs or prevent them from coming to an area. Try using this type of concoction before you decide to buy a chemical spray, as the chemical spray kills the frogs slowly. Organic spray kills frogs more quickly and humanely.
- Spray the frogs with citric acid. Mix 600 g of dry citric acid with 4 liters of water in a large spray bottle. Spray this mixture directly on the frog. The frog will die soon.
- Sprinkle salt. If you don't have any plants near your pond, spread some salt around it. The salt will burn the frogs' toes, preventing them from approaching the area. However, be aware that salt can be bad for plants.
- Use caffeine. Concentrated caffeine will kill the frog; the frog will have a heart attack, but you can scatter coffee beans around the area where the frogs congregate. The frogs will feel uncomfortable, but maybe this will prevent them from dying.
Step 3. Use these fluids only as a last resort
While there are several pest control fluids you can use to get rid of frogs in your yard, they usually torture or kill frogs slowly and should be avoided unless you have no other choice. If possible, use preventative methods rather than lethal methods.
- Try a snake repellent. Snake repellent sprayed around your yard is usually also effective at repelling frogs.
- Use herbicides. Studies show that some herbicides can chemically alter male frogs and deprive them of their ability to reproduce. Therefore, by spraying herbicide on areas where frogs usually congregate, you can reduce further frog populations.
Method 4 of 4: Throwing Frogs Directly
Step 1. Catch the frog with a net
Use a butterfly net or other net that has a long handle and a dense net to catch the frogs one at a time. If the frog population in your area is high, you may have to ask a friend for help. Once you have caught the frog, you have two options:
- Move the frog. After catching the frogs, consider moving them to a nearby pond or river. However, remember to move them only to areas where the frog's natural habitat is. If not, you can change the balance of the habitat ecosystem.
- Freeze the frog until it dies. If transfer of the frog is not possible, you can kill the frog humanely by freezing it. Place the frog in a closed container, but provide air holes in the lid. Place this container in the refrigerator overnight. The frog will enter a coma. The next day, transfer the container to the freezer and let the frogs sit for 48 to 72 hours. Frogs would die in this cold.
Step 2. Collect and kill the frogs
Use an aquarium net to scoop out the tadpoles in a pond or other water source. Dry the tadpoles all day. The heat of the sun will kill them.
- You can dry the tadpoles in your cement or yard, but the drier the surface you use, the faster the removal process will be completed.
- You can also bury the tadpoles underground. This will also kill them.
Step 3. Set up the indoor device
If the frogs make it into the house, use a mousetrap to kill them. Place these traps around any openings that frogs can use to get into your home, such as garage doors, basement windows and vents.
Step 4. Hire a professional exterminator
If you are unsure about the correct way to get rid of frogs or fail to do so, hire a professional.
Tips
- If you don't want to use a real snake, try a rubber snake instead!
- To lure the frog out of the corner of the room or under your furniture, play the frog's voice through the speaker and it will come out.
Warning
- Wash your hands after handling frogs. Many frogs produce a toxic liquid through their skin. While these fluids are usually harmless to humans, you can get stomach upset, skin irritation, and other uncomfortable symptoms if you don't wash your hands.
- Learn about local laws regarding toad extermination. In some areas, it is illegal to kill frogs. Check with your local and wildlife authorities to determine which methods are permitted.
