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Lithobates clamitans
This species is a medium-sized frog. Adult green frogs range from 5–10 cm in length. Mature females are typically larger than males. The male tympanum is twice the diameter of the eye; but, in females, the tympanum is about the same as that of the eye. Also, males have bright yellow throats. The dorsolateral ridges, prominent, seam-like skin folds that run down the sides of the back, distinguish the green frog from the bullfrog, which entirely lacks them.
Green frogs live wherever shallow freshwater ponds, road-side ditches, lakes, swamps, and streams are found. Most often seen resting along the shore, they leap into the water when approached.
Spotted on Jul 12, 2015
Submitted on Apr 19, 2016
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