Southern leopard frog
A species of American frogs, Also known as Florida leopard frog Scientific name : Lithobates sphenocephalus Genus : American frogs
Southern leopard frog, A species of American frogs
Also known as:
Florida leopard frog
Scientific name: Lithobates sphenocephalus
Genus: American frogs
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Description General Info
Description
The southern leopard frog (Lithobates sphenocephalus or Rana sphenocephala) is a species of true frog. It is native to the eastern United States from Kansas to New York to Florida. It is also an introduced species in some areas.
General Info
Lifespan
3-8 years
Diet
Southern leopard frog primarily subsists on small invertebrates and insects, utilizing a sit-and-wait hunting strategy. This diet includes spiders, worms, and aquatic insects, integral for its energy requirements and growth.
Appearance
Southern leopard frog is a medium-sized frog with a robust, elongated body and moist, warty skin. Its coloration predominantly spans from greenish-brown to nearly black, often adorned with darker spots or blotches. Unlike most frogs, their dorsolateral ridges are discontinuous or absent altogether. No significant differences between genders, age, or subspecies are visually discernible.
Behavior
Southern leopard frog is a nocturnal species notable for its vocalizations, used in mate attraction. It displays a unique leap strategy where it performs numerous small hops instead of few large leaps to evade threats. The species is known to be solitary, save during the breeding season. Males are territorial and assert dominance through physical fights.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
American frogs Species
Southern leopard frog 
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