description Bronze Frog Overview
The bronze frog, Lithobates clamitans clamitans, is a southern subspecies of the green frog native to the southeastern United States. It is associated with wet habitats such as ponds, streams, marshes, and other watersides, and is generally darker and more bronze-colored than the northern green frog, Lithobates clamitans melanota. The name is used by field guides and herpetological references for distinguishing this regional form.
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What species is the bronze frog?
The bronze frog is the southern subspecies Lithobates clamitans clamitans of the green frog. It is native to the southeastern United States.
Where does the bronze frog live?
Bronze frogs are associated with ponds, streams, marshes, and other wet areas. They usually stay close to water because both shelter and breeding habitat are important to their life cycle.
How can I recognize a bronze frog?
It is generally darker and more bronze-colored than many northern green frogs. Its appearance can vary, so habitat and the frog’s call are also useful clues when identifying it.
Is the bronze frog the same as the green frog?
It is a southern subspecies within the green-frog group, not a completely unrelated species. Its scientific name is Lithobates clamitans clamitans.
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