Florida chorus frog
A species of Chorus frogs Scientific name : Pseudacris nigrita Genus : Chorus frogs
Florida chorus frog, A species of Chorus frogs
Scientific name: Pseudacris nigrita
Genus: Chorus frogs
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Description
The southern chorus frog (Pseudacris nigrita) is a species of frog in the family Hylidae, endemic to the southeastern United States. Its natural habitats are temperate forests, temperate grassland, shrub-dominated wetlands, swamps, freshwater marshes, intermittent freshwater marshes, ponds, open excavations, seasonally flooded agricultural land, and canals and ditches. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
5-6 years
Diet
Florida chorus frog's sustenance mainly consists of small invertebrates, particularly arthropods. A significant portion of its diet is comprised of spiders and beetles, indicating its opportunistic predatory nature.
Appearance
Florida chorus frog is a small-sized frog with a slender body and smooth skin. Its color can range from gray to dark brown, often with irregular dark markings. It possesses long, spindly legs, adding to its agile nature. There is no significant difference in appearance between genders or across ages.
Behavior
Florida chorus frog presents a largely nocturnal habit, actively vocalizing and foraging predominantly at night. Not overly territorial, it congregates in large numbers at communal breeding sites. This species hibernates in winter, burying itself in the substrate, a key adaptation for survival in variable climates.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Chorus frogs Species
Florida chorus frog 
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