Pickerel Frog
Family:
Ranidae (true frogs) in the order Anura (frogs)
Description:
This medium-sized tan frog has square or rectangular-shaped markings in two parallel rows down the back. There is a wide ridge of skin along each side of the back. Tan, with a wash of yellow along the underside of the hind legs. Makes a descending, low-pitched snore lasting for several seconds.
Size:
1 ¾ to 3 inches in head-body length.
Habitat and conservation:
Found in wet caves, along well-shaded springs and creeks and in damp woods. They use wet caves as refuge in the summer to escape hot, dry weather conditions and in winter for protection against cold conditions.
Distribution in Missouri:
Southern half and the eastern edge of the state
Life cycle:
Mates during the spring in fishless, woodland ponds, sloughs and waterfilled ditches. MDC's Mission, Vision, Priorities
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http://mdc.mo.gov/node/5422
