Description: The
Southern Leopard Frog ranges is size from 2.0-3.5 inches. Coloration
is usually a mixture of brown and green with black or brown round
spots. The light spot in the tympanum (eardrum) is one
characteristic to distinguish this species from the Northern Leopard Frog.
Habitat: Found in shallow
water areas such as ponds, lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands and temporary
pools. Will range far from water at times.
Behavior: The voice is a low
chuckling sound. This frog has a strong leaping ability. |