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The
Green Frog - Rana clamitans melanota
Description: 2 3/16 - 4" (5.5-10 cm). Variable color from green to brown,
some have brown blotches or spots. White cream colored belly. Males have yellow throats. This species has large external tympanum and distinct "dorsolateral ridges" that run from the head down through the body.
Similar species in our area: The Bullfrog (R. catesbeiana ) is larger but may look similar. Also similar to the Southern Leopard Frog (R. sphenocephala utricularius).
Lifestyle: A very common frog throughout The North
East america. Found throughout many different freshwater
habitats, can tolerate urbanized areas also. Breeding
occurs from May to July. Females attach 3-4 small gelatinous egg masses to submerged vegetation. Metamorphs emerge late summer to early fall. Large olive green tadpoles may overwinter twice before transforming. Adults eat many items including small animals such as other frogs, baby birds and small rodents such as mice. Voice is often said to sound like a "loose guitar string", loud and sometimes repeated several times. If disturbed it jumps rapidly into the water while making a single deep "chung" sound. This species is considered to be nocturnal but can often be found fully active during the day. |
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