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Wood Frog

Rana sylvatica

Photo by Tania2
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Field Notes

Description:

This is a moderate sized, true frog with prominent dorsolateral ridges. It may be reddish, tan or dark brown with a dark mask that ends abruptly behind the tympanum. Some individuals have a light line down the middle of the back. There is a dark blotch on the chest near each front leg. The belly is white and there may be some dark mottling.The toes are not fully webbed. Adults are 3-8 cm.

Habitat:

The Wood Frog is most commonly associated with moist woodlands and woodland pools.
Found in: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon

Notes:

During winter frog will freeze solid. Body produces antifreeze to keep body (cels) from bursting or becoming dehydrated.

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PublishedJuly 26, 2013

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