

Pickerel Frog
Pickerel Leopard Frog
Lithobates palustris
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The Pickerel Frog, scientifically known as Lithobates palustris, is a small to medium-sized frog species native to North America. It is named after the pattern on its skin, which resembles the markings on a pickerel fish. They have a dark brown or greenish-brown background color with irregular rectangular-shaped spots or squares that vary in shades of brown or black. The spots are often outlined by a lighter border. The Pickerel Frog typically measures around 2 to 3 inches (5 to 8 centimeters) in length, with females being slightly larger than males. Pickerel Frogs are primarily found in the eastern parts of North America, including wetlands, marshes, ponds, and forested areas near water bodies. They are semi-aquatic and are often found near the water’s edge. These frogs are most active during the night and are known for their distinctive call, which sounds like a low, snoring-like trill.
Pickerel Frog

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