Scientific Name: Pseudacris brachyphona
Size: 1.6-2 inches (4-5 cm) in length
PA Status: Species of special concern

Habitat Type:
Deciduous woodlands and upland wood areas. This species is not associated with water.

Colorations:

• The dorsal background color ranges from tan to light brown with a dark brown to black markings that are variably shaped but commonly resembles the look of inverted parentheses that extends from the back of the head to the groin; along the sides of the body.
• The head typically has a triangular blotch or pattern located between the eyes, but this may not be apparent on all individuals.
• The ventral is cream-colored with a stippled pattern

Characteristics:

• Small species.
• The body is robust.
• The head is broad and flat with a blunt snout.
• The eyes are large and positioned on the sides of the head.
• The dorsal skin slightly rough.
• The ventral skin is coarsely granular.
• The fore legs are small and thin.
• The hind legs are long and slender.
• The toes have minimal webbing.
• The toe tips have small well-developed disc.

Tadpole coloration and characteristics:

• Small-sized. Average 1-3 cm
• The dorsum and sides are dark brown and may have a metallic/bronze flecking.
• The belly is bronze and iridescent.
• The tail crest is moderately developed and translucent, with small dark spots and fleaks.

Confused with:

• Western Chorus Frog

Coloration/Pattern Photos:
Adults

Tadpoles
Eggs

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Range Map:

References:

• Hulse, C. and McCoy C. J. and Ellen Censky ,1998. Amphibians and Reptiles of Pennsylvania and the Northeast. 148-151pp.

Photo & Audio Credits:

• Tom Diez
• Dylan Cooper
• Jason Poston