Amphibian · GBIF taxon 2427185
Northern Leopard Frog
Lithobates pipiensAlso known as Meadow Frog, Grass Frog, Herring Hopper
Northern leopard frogs are medium-sized amphibians easily recognized by the dark, circular spots ringed with light borders scattered across their green or brown backs. During the spring breeding season, males produce a distinctive, low, snoring call followed by a series of rapid chuckles. They are highly active during summer, venturing far from water into damp meadows and fields to hunt for insects.
AmphibianSemi-aquaticNocturnal
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Insects
- Spiders
- Earthworms
Predators
- Garter Snakes
- Herons
- Raccoons
ThreatsHabitat loss, water pollution, pesticides, chytrid fungus, and road mortality
HabitatsMarshes, wet meadows, lakes, slow-moving streams, and agricultural fields
Life span2 to 5 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyRanidae
- 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
- Listen for calls: Listen for their low, snoring breeding calls in early spring near shallow wetlands.
- Watch your step: Look for them in tall grass near water, where they leap suddenly when startled.
- Handle with care: Avoid handling to protect their sensitive, permeable skin from oils and chemicals.
Competitor and Predator Carl D. Howe / CC BY-SA 2.5 · cc-by-sa
Look-alike Close Relative 
Close Relative "Wood Frog (Rana sylvatica)" by DaveHuth is licensed under CC BY 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/. · cc-by
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