23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Wildlife
Vigilant Eyes
The pair of frogs come down to the river to lay their eggs. Although they are about to begin spawning, the male riding on the female’s back cannot let his guard down. This is because other males may attack to steal the female.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 03.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2025 |
| Photo Location: | Kihoku, Mie Prefecture, Japan., Japan |
| Camera: | ILCE-6600 |
| Copyright: | © Dai Wakisaka |