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Wood Frog

Rana sylvatica

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Field Notes

Description:

This brown, palm-sized frog has a dark patch over its eyes and two big ridges run down its back. The dark, masklike patch extends backwards from the eyes.The wood frog is 2 inches to 2 3/4 inches long.

Habitat:

Wood frogs live in forested areas. They can be found under logs and rocks far from water, or in ponds. They breed in wetlands, lakes, and stream backwaters, and overwinter under fallen leaves on the forest floor.

Notes:

This wood frog was spotted near the boat access on North Cotton Lake Road.

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PublishedJuly 31, 2013

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