English: The Rana temporaria, more commonly known as the European common frog, is a versatile amphibian species widely found across Norway. This image captures a fascinating natural spectacle that transpires in the springtime, typically around May. In this scene, several Rana temporaria are seen shortly after participating in a mass spawning event. The frogs congregate in a large group, known as a frogspawn, which refers not just to the gathering but also to the gelatinous mass of eggs that result from their collective reproductive efforts. The females lay their eggs in freshwater bodies, and each egg is surrounded by a transparent jelly-like substance that swells up in water, providing protection for the developing embryos. Observing such an event in the wild allows us a glimpse into the crucial breeding period of these common frogs, an essential phase for the continuation of their species.