Bullfrog
Also known as: Cactus Valley, Exotic Palm, Cider Pear Green, Boston Fern
Part of the green family, Bullfrog pairs a medium base with a calm and balanced presence — ideal for wellness brands and eco packaging. For contrast, pair it with a purple from its complementary palette below. Against dark backgrounds it stays legible (6.65:1), but avoid it as text on white.
Bullfrog color codes
- HEX
- #8A966A
- RGB
- rgb(138, 150, 106)
- RGBA
- rgba(138, 150, 106, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(76, 17%, 50%)
- HSV
- hsv(76, 29%, 59%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(8%, 0%, 29%, 41%)
- LAB
- lab(60.2 -10.3 21.8)
- OKLCH
- oklch(65.2% 0.064 120.6)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
neutral, leaning warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: olivedrab#6B8E23 · ΔE 12.4
- RAL 6021 — Pale green#86A47C · ΔE 6.4 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck — Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Bullfrog works
- Web & UI: A supporting-cast color for UI: chart fills, tags, empty-state illustrations — not text.
- Interiors: Strong for a whole room, excellent in doses: an accent wall, cabinetry, or a statement chair.
- Fashion: A wardrobe neutral: it anchors outfits and pairs with nearly any accent color.
- Branding: Reads as growth and sustainability — at home in wellness, food, and environmental brands.
- Fashion: Wears best as the statement piece — a top, scarf, or shoes — against neutral basics.
- Branding: A secondary brand color by nature: it supports a stronger primary and shines in illustration.
Copy as — every ecosystem
Tints, shades, and tones of Bullfrog
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Bullfrog by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 3.16:1
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Aa — on black
contrast 6.65:1
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Best text color on a Bullfrog background: #000000
Palettes featuring Bullfrog
Bullfrog with its complement
Soft neighbors of Bullfrog
Bullfrog triad
Similar colors
- Guacamole#95986B · ΔE 3.3
- Backyard#879877 · ΔE 3.8
- Artichoke#8F9779 · ΔE 4.3
- Vitality#8F9B5B · ΔE 4.8
- Money#7B9A6D · ΔE 5.2
- Forester#9AA77C · ΔE 5.4
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Bullfrog is closest to Aster.
Bullfrog FAQs
What color is Bullfrog?
Bullfrog is a medium green with the hex code #8A966A. In HSL terms it has a hue of 76°, 17% saturation, and 50% lightness.
What is the hex code for Bullfrog?
The hex code for Bullfrog is #8A966A. In RGB it's rgb(138, 150, 106), and in CMYK it's cmyk(8%, 0%, 29%, 41%).
What colors go well with Bullfrog?
Bullfrog pairs naturally with purple tones from its complementary harmony, and with blue accents from its split-complementary palette. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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