Chiricahua Leopard Frog
Chiricahua leopard frog is a species of true frog native to Mexico and the United States. The species is active both during the day as well at night.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Amphibia |
Order | Anura |
Family | Ranidae |
Genus | Lithobates |
Scientific Name | Lithobates chiricahuensis |
Size | Around 4.3 in |
Color | Green or brown with relatively small dark spots |
Distribution | Mexico; Arizona and New Mexico (United States) |
Habitat | Temperate forests, rivers, intermittent rivers, freshwater lakes, intermittent freshwater lakes, freshwater marshes, intermittent freshwater marshes, swamps, ponds, freshwater springs, open excavations |
Diet | Small invertebrates |
Predators | Bullfrogs, fishes, crayfish |
Breeding Season | June to September |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | Up to 1,485 eggs |
Metamorphosis Period | 3 to 9 months |
Reproductive Age | 2 to 3 years of age |
Average Lifespan | Up to 14 years |
IUCN Conservation Status | Vulnerable |
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Published on April 13th 2017 by staff under Frogs. Article was last reviewed on 30th September 2019.