Mountain chorus frog
A species of Chorus frogs Scientific name : Pseudacris brachyphona Genus : Chorus frogs
Mountain chorus frog, A species of Chorus frogs
Scientific name: Pseudacris brachyphona
Genus: Chorus frogs
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Description
The mountain chorus frog (Pseudacris brachyphona) 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.
General Info
Lifespan
2-3 years
Diet
The diet of mountain chorus frog primarily encompasses a range of small, soft-bodied invertebrates. It displays a particular predilection for various types of insects, with beetles and ants being high on its list of food preferences.
Appearance
Mountain chorus frog is a small, slender frog reaching lengths of up to 2 inches. It has smooth skin, varying in colors from light to dark brown with irregular dark blotches and a conspicuous white or yellowish stripe going down its back. Its hind legs are powerfully built for leaping, and there are no noticeable differences in appearance between males and females, or different stages of life.
Behavior
Mountain chorus frog is mainly nocturnal, displaying diurnal tendencies during cooler months. These frogs are solitary, interacting primarily during breeding season which begins in late winter and extends into spring. Mountain chorus frog communicates territory and mates through high trills. Adapted to mountainous environments, mountain chorus frog utilizes camouflage for survival and hibernation during cold winters.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Chorus frogs Species
Mountain chorus frog 
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