Frog on Lily Pads Near Chongqing Reed Bed

Heavy gray clouds hang low over a midsummer wetland edge near Chongqing, casting a soft, diffused light across the water. A cluster of broad green lily pads floats on the dark, still surface, their waxy textures glistening with recent raindrops. A small green frog rests motionless on the center pad, its skin matching the leaf's deep hue. Tall reeds line the background, their tops swaying slightly in the damp air, creating a dense vertical barrier against the sky. The water reflects the muted tones of the overcast day, while droplets rest on the frog's back. One raindrop slides off the edge of the nearest leaf, falling into the water below.