Tadpoles galore

[aftereights8]

I have found hundreds of tadpoles in my pond in the house I've only just moved into. What will happen to all these tadpoles? Will I have hundreds of frogs rampaging my neighbours gardens? Helllp!

[heathfield]

You'll likely end up with hundreds of tiny frogs, (or toads!), getting everywhere. But their mortality rate is huge, and very, very, few are likely to survive to become adults. As adults, they will probably wander off seeking pastures new, and you could even find there will be none left in your garden.

[pikzee]

I thought Frogs and Toads go back to where they were born to breed? But they do have a high mortality rate so only a few will return. On the plus side any that do stay will probably help in the garden by eating slugs and stuff.

[Thunderbird+]

I agree, a large majority will fall prey to predators, even black birds will take a good deal, so I would'nt be too woried about it.
It seems some areas have a shortage this year, while others have a glutt of them.