description Columbia Spotted Frog Overview
The Columbia Spotted Frog, scientifically known as Rana luteiventris, is an aquatic amphibian native to western North America, with a range extending from Alaska and British Columbia down to Nevada and Utah. It is characterized by its olive or brown skin featuring irregular dark spots and a distinctive upward-pointing eye placement. This species is notably cold-tolerant and often breeds very early in the spring in snowmelt pools, ponds, and slow-moving streams. They are highly aquatic and rarely travel far from the edges of their freshwater habitats.
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What is the scientific name of the Columbia Spotted Frog?
The Columbia Spotted Frog is scientifically known as Rana luteiventris. It is an aquatic frog associated with wetlands, ponds, marshes, and slow-moving water in western North America.
Where does the Columbia Spotted Frog live?
Its range extends from Alaska and British Columbia south through parts of the western United States, including Nevada and Utah. Local populations depend on suitable wetland and shallow-water habitat.
What does a Columbia Spotted Frog look like?
It commonly has olive or brown skin marked with irregular dark spots, although coloration varies by population. The aquatic body shape and spotted pattern help separate it from many grassland frogs.
Does the Columbia Spotted Frog spend time in water?
Yes, it is strongly associated with aquatic habitats and often uses shallow wetlands for feeding, shelter, and breeding. Loss or isolation of those wetlands can reduce the places where local populations can reproduce.
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