Amphibian · GBIF taxon 2427185
Northern Leopard Frog
Lithobates pipiensAlso known as Grass Frog, Meadow Frog
Northern leopard frogs are famous for their dark rounded spots outlined in light borders and high-pitched, rattling calls that resemble a low snore followed by chuckles. During warm summer months, adults often wander far from open water into damp meadows and tall grassy fields to hunt terrestrial insects. When startled, they leap in rapid zigzag patterns toward deep water while giving a sharp squeak to disorient predators.
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Insects
- Spiders
- Earthworms
Predators
- Garter Snakes
- Herons
- Large Fish
ThreatsHabitat fragmentation, chytrid fungus, and water pollution
HabitatsPonds, marshes, lakeshores, and damp meadows
Life span4–9 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- OrderAnura
- FamilyRanidae
- GenusLithobates
- SpeciesLithobates pipiens
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
- Spring chorus: Listen near shallow wetlands at dusk in early spring for their snoring mating calls.
- Grassy fields: Scan dew-covered meadows near water in summer, where adults forage during the day.
- Gentle distance: Observe from shorelines without disturbing delicate aquatic vegetation.
Look-alike (c) Michael J. Papay, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Michael J. Papay · cc-by
Competitor Carl D. Howe / CC BY-SA 2.5 · cc-by-sa
Close Relative (c) Matt Muir, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Matt Muir · cc-by
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Wetland Territory
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