Scientific Name: Lithobates sylvaticus
Size: 2-3 inches (5-7.6 cm) in length
PA Status: Abundant

Habitat Type:
Moist or lowland deciduous forest. During mating season they may be found near standing bodies of water (temporary or permanent ) located in or adjacent to forest.

Colorations:

• The dorsal background color varies from grey brown to dark brown or reddish brown.
• The head has a dark brown line that forms a mask that extends from the snout, though the eyes, and ends at the posterior of the tympanum.
• The hind legs have dark crossbars,
• The ventral is white to cream-colored.
  

Characteristics:

• Moderate-sized species
• The head is wide with a rounded snout.
• The tympanic membrane is smaller than the eye.
• The dorsolateral folds are well-developed and extends to the posterior of the body.
• The fore limbs are are short and moderately developed with short toes that lack webbing.
• The hind legs are long and slender with long toes that are webbed.
• The dorsal skin is slightly wrinkled.
• The ventral skin is smooth.

Tadpole coloration and characteristics:

• Moderate-sized. Average 4-5cm
• The dorsal and sides are dark green with fine gold flecks.
• The belly is pale and iridescent.
• The eyes are located high on the sides of the head.
• The tail is lighter than the body.
• The tail crest is high and spotted with black.
  

Confused with:

• Juveniles may be confused with the Mountain Chorus Frog.

Coloration/Pattern Photos:
Adults





Tadpoles
  
Eggs

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References:

• Hulse, C. and McCoy C. J. and Ellen Censky ,1998. Amphibians and Reptiles of Pennsylvania and the Northeast. 179-183pp.

Photo Credits:

• Jeff Slawson
• Wayne Fidler
• Bob Ferguson
• Bob Hamilton
• Kyle Loucks
• Jason Poston