Chiricahua Leopard Frog
Scientific Name – Lithobates chiricahuensis
Classification – Ranidae
Baby Name – Tadpole, polliwog, froglet
Collective Noun – Army, colony
Average Length – Around 4.3 in
Life Expectancy – Around 18 years
Breeding Season – June – September
Incubation Period – Not known
Metamorphosis Period – 2 to 9 months
Special Features – Stocky body with relatively high eyes upturned on the head; skin on the sides and back are relatively rough
Family Unit – Not known
Geographical Distribution – United States and Mexico
World Population – Decreasing
Conservation Status – Vulnerable
Natural Habitat – Temperate forests, wide variety of wetland habitats like springs, streams, ponds, lakes
Diet – Variety of small invertebrates
Predators – Bullfrogs, fishes, crayfish