Frogs to Snakes: Animals that get active in Monsoon

Frogs and toads become highly active in the monsoon, emerging to mate and lay eggs in rain-formed temporary water bodies.

Some snake species are more active during the monsoon, particularly those that thrive in humid conditions or seek out prey that is more abundant during rainy weather. 

The largest bat species in India, Indian flying foxes become more active during the monsoon, feeding on fruits that ripen during this time and helping disperse seeds.
 

Asian elephants are more active during the monsoon, moving to higher ground for better foraging opportunities and accessing freshwater sources that become available due to rain.
 

A migratory bird species known for its distinctive call, the Asian koel becomes more active during the monsoon as it breeds and forages on insects and fruits.