A small terrestrial amphibian native to northern regions of North America, characterized by its distinctive chorus-like mating calls and variable coloration.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Inhabits grasslands, meadows, wetlands, and forest edges across western Canada and northwestern United States, preferring areas with dense vegetation and temporary water bodies
Ecological Role
Critical component of ecosystem food webs, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators like birds and small mammals
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with variable green, brown, or gray coloration and distinctive dark stripe through eye
LIMBS WINGSStrong hind limbs adapted for jumping, webbed toes for aquatic movement
HEAD SENSORYLarge eyes with horizontal pupils, well-developed tympanum for sound reception
BODY STRUCTURESmall frog, typically 2.5-4 cm in length, with slender body and proportionally long limbs
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: YellowstoneNPS
