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Pseudacris
''Pseudacris'' (commonly known as the chorus frogs) is a genus of frogs in the family Hylidae found in North America ranging from the Pacific coastline to the Atlantic. The name of the genus comes from the Greek ''pseudes'' (false) and ''akris'' (locust), probably a reference to the repeated rasping trill of most chorus frogs, which is similar to that of the insect. It could also mean ‘false '' Acris''’, distinguishing it from another frog genus. Taxonomy The species in this genus are disputed. Molecular genetic research shows little consistency due to hybridization between species, making taxonomic organization difficult. The number of species in this genus is controversial, but Frost ''et al.'' list 19 species (all shown here), and AmphibiaWeb AmphibiaWeb is an American non-profit website that provides information about amphibians. It is run by a group of universities working with the California Academy of Sciences: San Francisco State University, the University of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Crucifer
The spring peeper (''Pseudacris crucifer'') is a small chorus frog widespread throughout the eastern United States and Canada. They prefer permanent ponds due to their advantage in avoiding predation; however, they are very adaptable with respect to the habitat they can live in. Due to their presence in northern regions, the frog is able to endure below freezing temperatures. They are so called because of their chirping call that marks the beginning of spring. ''Crucifer'' is derived from the Latin root meaning "cross-bearing." This could be a reference to the cross-like pattern on the spring peeper's dorsal side. These chirping calls are significant for communication in mating as females choose their mates based on the frequency and volume associated with them. Satellite males who do not make any calls also strategically place themselves near those that make louder calls in an attempt to intercept females. Temperature plays a large role in when the spring peeper begins br ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Hypochondriaca
''Pseudacris'' (commonly known as the chorus frogs) is a genus of frogs in the family Hylidae found in North America ranging from the Pacific coastline to the Atlantic. The name of the genus comes from the Greek ''pseudes'' (false) and ''akris'' (locust), probably a reference to the repeated rasping trill of most chorus frogs, which is similar to that of the insect. It could also mean ‘false '' Acris''’, distinguishing it from another frog genus. Taxonomy The species in this genus are disputed. Molecular genetic research shows little consistency due to hybridization between species, making taxonomic organization difficult. The number of species in this genus is controversial, but Frost ''et al.'' list 19 species (all shown here), and AmphibiaWeb AmphibiaWeb is an American non-profit website that provides information about amphibians. It is run by a group of universities working with the California Academy of Sciences: San Francisco State University, the University of C ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Maculata
The boreal chorus frog (''Pseudacris maculata'') is a species of chorus frog native to Canada from central Quebec to eastern British Columbia and north to the Northwest Territories and the southern portion of the Yukon.Bee, M. A., Cook, J. M., Love, E. K., O'Bryan, L. R., Pettitt, B. A., Schrode, K. and Vélez, A. (2010). "Assessing Acoustic Signal Variability and the Potential for Sexual Selection and Social Recognition in Boreal Chorus Frogs (''Pseudacris maculata'')." ''Ethology'' 116: 564–576. doi:10.1111/j.1439-0310.2010.01773.x It occurs in the USA throughout Montana, northwestern Wisconsin, northeastern Arizona, northern New Mexico, and southwestern Utah. Description This small species of frog reaches about 30 mm in length. It is highly variable, but is normally brown, and can be green on the dorsal surface, with three broken dorsal stripes; these stripes can be very distinct to quite faint. A dark band is present from the snout, across the eye, and continuing down ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Ocularis
The little grass frog (''Pseudacris ocularis'') is a species of chorus frog Endemism, endemic to the Southeastern United States. It is currently the smallest North American anuran and occurs in a wide variety of ephemeral and semi-permanent wetlands. Description ''P. ocularis'' is the smallest frog in North America, only reaching a maximum head-body length of 19 mm (0.75 in). It is normally pale brown, but can have a green or pink tinge. This species is further characterized by a variable dark stripe which runs through each of the frog's eyes and down the sides of its body. The Latin term ''ocularis'' translates to "of the eye" in reference to this bold ocular stripe. Habitat & Feeding This species occurs in a wide variety of ephemeral and semi-permanent wetlands in the southeastern Coastal Plain and favors grassy areas in and around cypress ponds and similar sites. It is commonly found on lower tree trunks and foliage up to a height of 1 m or more; males prefer these ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Feriarum
The upland chorus frog (''Pseudacris feriarum'') is a species of chorus frog found in the United States. It was recently separated from the Western chorus frog, (''Pseudacris triseriata''), being identified as an individual species rather than a subspecies. Habitat Within their range, this species is found in a variety of habitats that include: swampy areas of broad valleys, grassy swales, moist areas of woodlands and borders of heavily vegetated ponds. Description Upland chorus frogs are usually brown, grey-brown, or reddish-brown in color, with darker blotching. They grow from 0.75–1.5 inches (1.9–3.8 cm) in size. Geographic distribution Found in the southern and eastern United States, the upland chorus frog is found from the state of New Jersey to the Florida panhandle; west to eastern Texas and southeast Oklahoma. Behavior Upland chorus frogs are secretive, nocturnal frogs, and are rarely seen (or heard) except immediately after rains. They are an almost e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Kalmi
''Pseudacris kalmi'', the New Jersey chorus frog, is a species of frog in the treefrog family Hylidae. It is found in the states near New Jersey in the United States. It was first described as subspecies of '' Pseudacris triseriata'' but it is differentiated by range and size.Conant, Roger and, Collins, John T., 1998, Peterson Field Guide: Reptiles and Amphibians, Eastern/Central North America, 616 pgs., Houghton Mifflin Company;, Boston This frog's color ranges from grey to tan or greenish brown with a dark stripe on both sides of the body that extends from the snout, through their eyes, and to the groin. It breeds in early spring from February to April. It broods in shallow bodies of water,Mitchell, Joseph C. and Karen K. Reay, 1999, Atlas of Amphibians and Reptiles in Virginia, Num. 1, 122 pgs., Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, Richmond, VA especially vernal pools, which dry up later in the season. The adult frog measures 19–36 mm in snout-vent length. It ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Illinoensis
The Illinois chorus frog (''Pseudacris illinoensis'') is a species of chorus frog that lives in scattered, restricted habitat ecosystems in the states of Arkansas, Illinois, and Missouri. It was published by Smith in 1951. Its life cycle is little known, its isolated populations are increasingly restricted by agricultural drainage, and it is listed as a threatened subspecies.Jeanne Townsend Handy, "The Secret Life of the Illinois Chorus Frog", ''Outdoor Illinois'' XIX:3 (March 2011), pages 9-11. It is often referred to as a subspecies of ''P. streckeri''. Collins recognized it as its own species which was followed by ASW6.0 and Amphibiaweb on the basis of its diagnosability from Pseudacris streckeri and its allopatry. The IUCNredlist 2013.2 has not incorporated this taxonomic split. Description The Illinois chorus frog, a wetland amphibian, grows to a maximum length of . Its range is restricted to isolated sandy wetlands along the banks of the Mississippi River and a major tribut ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Clarkii
The spotted chorus frog or Clark's tree frog (''Pseudacris clarkii'') is a small, nocturnal tree frog native to the grasslands and prairies of the central United States and Tamaulipas, Mexico. It is found from central Kansas, Oklahoma, and northeastern New Mexico to the Gulf of Mexico and Rio Grande valley in Texas and Tamaulipas. Description Spotted chorus frogs are generally a grey or olive green in color, with lighter green mottling on their backs, and white White is the lightest color and is achromatic (having no hue). It is the color of objects such as snow, chalk, and milk, and is the opposite of black. White objects fully reflect and scatter all the visible wavelengths of light. White on ... in color on their undersides. They grow to a maximum of 1.25 inches (about 3–4 cm). References * Database entry includes a range map and justification for why this species is of least concernIUCN RangeMap: [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Fouquettei
:''Common name: Cajun chorus frog'' ''Pseudacris fouquettei'' is a species of chorus frog found in the south-eastern United States. It was recently separated from similar species, ''Pseudacris feriarum''. Description The Cajun chorus frog is similar in morphology to other ''Pseudacris'' species, being distinguished by genetics, habitat range and advertisement call. The epithet ''fouquetti'' is a tribute to a ''Pseudacris'' researcher the 1960s and 1970s, Arizona State Arizona State University (Arizona State or ASU) is a public research university in the Phoenix metropolitan area. Founded in 1885 by the 13th Arizona Territorial Legislature, ASU is one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the ... professor Martin J. Fouquette Jr. Distribution ''P. fouquettei'' is found in the southern United States, in Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi and Texas. Notes External links * Moriarty Lemmon Lab Research Chorus frogs Amphibians described in 2008 [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Collinsorum
The Collinses' mountain chorus frog (''Pseudacris collinsorum'') is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is endemic to hilly regions of the southeastern United States. Taxonomy Formerly considered a population of the Appalachian mountain chorus frog (''P. brachyphona''), a study published in 2020 found significant genetic divergence from ''P. brachyphona'' and thus described it as a distinct species, ''P. collinsorum''. It was named in honor of herpetologist Joseph T. Collins and his wife, wildlife photographer Suzanne L. Collins. Prior to his passing, Joseph Collins had contributed many specimens to be used in the study. Distribution This species ranges from southwestern North Carolina/southeastern Tennessee, south through northern Georgia to most of Alabama aside from the north (which is occupied by ''brachyphona''), and west to northeastern Mississippi. It inhabits elevations of between above sea level. Habitat This species inhabits drier and/or more pine ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Cadaverina
The California tree frog or California chorus frog (''Pseudacris cadaverina'') is a "true" tree frog (family Hylidae) from southern California (USA) and Baja California (Mexico). Until recently, the California tree frog was classified in the genus ''Hyla''. Description It is a cryptically colored species of tree frog, often resembling granitic stones. It is grey or light brown on its dorsum with darker blotches, and has a whitish venter. It is yellow on the undersides of its legs, groin, and lower abdomen; males of the species have a dusky-yellow throat. The California tree frog has conspicuous toe webbing and pads, and its dorsal skin is roughened and warty. It is long. Habitat and conservation This species is most likely to occur along streams with abundant boulders and cobbles in their channels. Its distribution is spotty and localized. These frogs are easily handled. California tree frog is not considered threatened by IUCN The International Union for Conservation of Na ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pseudacris Brachyphona
The Appalachian mountain chorus frog (''Pseudacris brachyphona''), formerly known as just the mountain chorus frog, is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. The species is endemic to the United States. The natural habitats of ''P. brachyphona'' are temperate forests, rivers, intermittent rivers, swamps, freshwater marshes, intermittent freshwater marshes, freshwater springs, ponds, open excavations, and canals and ditches. It is threatened by habitat loss. Taxonomy The Collinses' mountain chorus frog (''Pseudacris collinsorum''), which ranges from southwestern North Carolina/southeastern Tennessee south to most of Alabama aside from the north and west to northeastern Mississippi, was formerly thought to represent a population of ''P. brachyphona'', but was described as a distinct species in 2020. The description of this species led ''P. brachyphona'' to be renamed the Appalachian mountain chorus frog. Mountain chorus frogs are part of the family Hylidae, also known as the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
