Pickerel frog
A species of American frogs Scientific name : Lithobates palustris Genus : American frogs
Pickerel frog, A species of American frogs
Scientific name: Lithobates palustris
Genus: American frogs
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Description
The only poisonous frog native to the United States, pickerel frog (Lithobates palustris) secretes toxins irritating to humans and deadly to smaller species of animal, including other frogs. It is most easily distinguished by the distinctive brown squares that dot its back.
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Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
Pickerel frog predominately feeds on small invertebrates, with a partiality towards various arthropods like spiders and beetles. Moreover, it frequently consumes, but is not limited by, different snail species.
Appearance
Pickerel frog is a medium-sized amphibian with smooth, glossy skin. Its coloration varies from brown to grey, often with irregular dark markings on the back. It has prominent dorsolateral ridges that run from the eye to the groin, a distinctive trait of this species. Adult males usually have a yellowish throat during the breeding season. There is little variance in appearance between different age groups and genders, except during mating periods.
Behavior
Pickerel frog predominantly exhibits nocturnal behavior, attracted by the lure of open water when hunting for insects, crustaceans and small frogs. It vocalizes distinctive mating calls which include an intense series of chips and rattles. Displaying semi-aquatic tendencies, pickerel frog is territorial in breeding season, males aggressively warding off intruders near their aquatic territories.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
American frogs Species
Pickerel frog 
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