Illinois Chorus Frog
Illinois chorus frog is a species of frog found in the United States.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Amphibia |
Order | Anura |
Family | Hylidae |
Genus | Pseudacris |
Scientific Name | Pseudacris illinoensis |
Size | Up to 1.5 in (3.7 cm) |
Color | Tan to tan-gray with many dark brown or gray irregularly shaped markings on the body; white belly with a distinct V-shaped marking between the eyes; a dark stripe from snout to shoulder, and a dark spot below each eye |
Distribution | Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri (United States) |
Habitat | Sand prairies, sandy agricultural fields, waste areas |
Diet | Small insects |
Hibernation Fact | Undergoes hibernation |
Predators | Snakes, raccoons, birds, snapping turtles, mammals |
Breeding Season | Late February to late April |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | Up to several hundred eggs |
Incubation Period | Few days |
Metamorphosis Period | Around 2 months |
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Published on April 19th 2017 by staff under Frogs. Article was last reviewed on 30th September 2019.