Carpenter Frog
The carpenter frog is a medium-sized frog that got its name from the sound it produces. The call is similar to the hammering of a carpenter.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Amphibia |
Order | Anura |
Family | Ranidae |
Genus | Lithobates |
Scientific Name | Lithobates virgatipes |
Size | 1.6-2.5 in (4.1-6.6 cm) |
Color | Brown body, two stripes in yellow shade on both sides of the back |
Distribution | Atlantic Coast |
Habitat | Coastal plains |
Diet | Spiders, crayfish, and other aquatic species |
Breeding Season | Late April-Early July |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
Number of Eggs | 200-600 eggs |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |