Species · GBIF taxon 2428132
Pacific chorus frog
Pseudacris regillaAlso known as Pacific Tree Frog, Northern Pacific Treefrog, West Coast Chorus Frog
These small, highly adaptable amphibians are famous for their loud, two-note ribbit call, which is the classic frog sound featured in Hollywood films. They possess a dark mask-like stripe running through each eye and can rapidly shift their skin color from bright green to dark brown to match their surroundings. During the spring breeding season, they gather in massive numbers around seasonal wetlands, ponds, and even backyard gardens to sing in chorus.
VocalColor-changingNocturnal
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Spiders
- Flies
- Beetles
Predators
- Garter snakes
- Herons
- American bullfrogs
ThreatsHabitat loss, water pollution, invasive bullfrogs, and chytrid fungus
HabitatsWetlands, meadows, forests, pastures, and urban gardens from sea level to subalpine zones
Life spanTypically 3 to 5 years in the wild
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyHylidae
- 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 night: Listen for their loud, repetitive calling during spring nights near any standing water.
- Look for the mask: Identify them by the dark stripe running from the nostril through the eye to the shoulder.
- Handle with wet hands: If handling is necessary, ensure your hands are wet and free of lotion or insect repellent to protect their sensitive skin.
Competitor and 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
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