Amphibian · GBIF taxon 2428132
Pacific chorus frog
Pseudacris regillaAlso known as Pacific Tree Frog, Northern Pacific Tree Frog
Pacific chorus frogs are famous for producing the iconic double-syllable ribbit call featured in countless film soundtracks. Capable of shifting their skin color from bright green to dark bronze within hours, individuals are instantly recognizable by a dark eye mask running from snout to shoulder. These versatile amphibians thrive from coastal wetlands up to alpine meadows, gathering in deafening breeding choruses around quiet ponds each spring.
VocalColor-ChangingAmphibian
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Flies
- Spiders
- Beetles
Predators
- Common Garter Snake
- Great Blue Heron
- American Bullfrog
ThreatsHabitat loss, invasive bullfrogs, pesticides, and chytrid fungus
HabitatsPonds, marshes, damp woodlands, meadows, and suburban gardens
Life span5–8 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- OrderAnura
- FamilyHylidae
- GenusPseudacris
- SpeciesPseudacris regilla
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 at Dusk: Locate breeding males near quiet ponds by following their loud ribbit calls during spring nights.
- Look for the Mask: Identify individuals by the distinct dark stripe running from the snout through the eye.
- Protect Sensitive Skin: Avoid handling with dry or unwashed hands to prevent transferring oils or chemicals.
Predator Carl D. Howe / CC BY-SA 2.5 · cc-by-sa
Predator Wilson44691 / Public domain · cc0
Close Relative Pacific Southwest Region 5 / Public domain · cc0
Close Relative (c) Dan MacNeal, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Dan MacNeal · cc-by
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