Amphibians of Ontario
Article by James P. Bogart Updated by Joe Crowley Published Online August 5, 2008 Last Edited November 28, 2022 Frogs are amphibians belonging to the order Anura. Worldwide, frogs are the most numerous group of amphibians, with more than 5,000 living species. They are found on all continents except Antarctica.
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Everything you need to know about Ontario's frogs, toads, turtles, snakes and salamanders. Northern ring-necked snake ยฉ Joe Crowley These species accounts include photos, characteristics, range maps, habitat, biology, threats, trends, status and protection of each native species found in Ontario.
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#1. American Bullfrog Lithobates catesbeianus Identifying Characteristics: Adult body lengths range from 9.1 to 15 cm. Coloration is typically olive green, with some individuals having gray or brown mottling or spots. Fully webbed back feet. The American Bullfrog is the largest frog in Ontario!
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In Ontario, the pickerel frog is the frog species most similar in appearance to the northern leopard frog. The pickerel frog's spots are angular and usually arranged into two rows down the back, whereas the leopard frog's spots are rounded or oval and are in a more random pattern.
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Learn about the Frogs of Ontario By participating in this program you will help to increase our knowledge of frogs and toads in Ontario. Frogs and toads are a part of local biodiversity - the amazing variety of life around us.
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But don't let the name "tree frog" fool you, as species from this family are not always arboreal but can be terrestrial and semi-aquatic too! Since tree frogs can be hard to observe, I have tried to include audio samples for each species. Listening is sometimes the BEST (or only) way to locate each species. ๐. 2 Types of Tree Frogs in.
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March 3, 2018 Adam Frogs and Toads of Ontario, Canada Frogs True Frog Family - Ranidae This slideshow requires JavaScript. American Bullfrog ( Rana catesbeiana) The American Bullfrog is the largest frog in the country. It does not have a dorsal ridge. This slideshow requires JavaScript. Green Frog ( Rana clamitans)
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The wood frog ( Lithobates sylvaticus) may be reddish, tan or dark brown but always has a dark mask under and behind the eyes. Some individuals have a light line down the middle of the back. This species has a dark blotch on the chest near each front leg. The belly is white and may have some dark mottling.
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About Frogs. Each species of frog and toad has a unique call. Click here to learn how to identify the frogs in your province. Listen for Frogs and Toads in the Spring. In Ontario, for example, frogs and toads call from March through August. As a FrogWatch volunteer, you would monitor these calls from spring through to the end of June.
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Frogs and toads can be used as indicator species, because they are vulnerable to changes in the atmosphere, the land, or the water. Tracking changes in the geographic range, the beginning and ending of the calling season, and the population of frogs and toads in Canada can help us understand changes occurring in the environment.
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Canada is home to many different frog species despite the harsh Winter climate. The vast majority of the frogs that can be found in Canada are located in South-Eastern provinces including Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador.
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You can generally find 13 different frog species across Ontario including terrestrial, arboreal, and aquatic frogs. Frogs that live in Ontario include Wood Frogs, Leopard Frogs, Pickerel Frogs, Mink Frogs, and American Bullfrogs. Here are ten different types of frogs you can find in Ontario, Canada:
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Amphibians (frogs, toads and salamanders) Photo credit: Rob Tervo Allegheny Mountain Dusky Salamander Endangered Photo credit: Michael Oldham Blanchard's Cricket Frog (Northern Cricket Frog) Extirpated Photo credit: Steve Reilly Eastern Tiger Salamander Extirpated Photo credit: Sam Brinker Fowler's Toad Endangered
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Frog types Ontario refers to the various species of frogs that can be found throughout the province. Ontario's diverse habitats, including forests, wetlands, and marshes, provide ideal conditions for these amphibians. There are approximately 15 different species of frogs in Ontario, each with its own distinct characteristics and habitats.
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One of the most common frogs in Ontario is the Wood Frog, or Lithobates sylvaticus. The dark mask-like pattern around the eyes of these tiny terrestrial frogs is what gives them their characteristic appearance; it is reminiscent of a raccoon's face. Wood frogs are common in the province's woodlands, ponds, and mixed forests.
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The gray treefrog is a true "tree frog": it can be found at the top of even the tallest trees. These frogs are rarely seen outside the breeding season. When they are not active, they hide in tree holes, under bark, in rotten logs, and under leaves and tree roots. Gray treefrogs overwinter under leaf litter and snow cover.