




Lithobates catesbeianus
The American Bullfrog is a big, green frog that loves to jump around! They are known for their loud croaking sounds.
Habitat: Ponds, lakes, and marshes
The American Bullfrog has a large, sturdy body, usually olive-green or brownish on top with a pale white belly. It features prominent large eardrums behind its eyes and lacks ridges down its back, making it appear smooth.





Category
AmphibiansRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
Snaps
148
A bullfrog's tongue acts like super glue for catching food.
Bullfrogs eat almost anything that fits in their mouth.
Their powerful croak can sometimes be heard from a mile away!
They are the largest frog in all of North America!
American Bullfrog has a deep, resonant "jug-o-rum" call that helps it attract mates and announce its territory.
American Bullfrog can perfectly blend into its aquatic surroundings because of its mottled green skin, helping it ambush prey.
American Bullfrog can flick out a long, sticky tongue with incredible speed to snatch insects and other small creatures.
These hungry amphibians eat almost anything smaller than themselves, from insects to other frogs!
Age differences: Tadpoles primarily eat algae and detritus; adults are carnivorous hunters.

Ardea herodias
Herons hunt adult bullfrogs

Nerodia sipedon
Water snakes prey on frogs
Anax junius
Bullfrogs snatch flying dragonflies
Gambusia affinis
Bullfrogs consume small fish
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Characterized by having toes connected by a membrane, typically aiding in swimming.
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Freshwater habitats include non-saline aquatic environments such as rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands, vital for numerous species.
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Danger
2/5 · Low
Look but don’t touch. Keep a safe distance and wash hands after exploring.
10-20 cm
0.2-0.7 kg
7-10 years
8 km/h
These hungry amphibians eat almost anything smaller than themselves, from insects to other frogs!
Ponds, lakes, and marshes
Ambush
1000-20000
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Louisiana, US
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New York, US
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Maryland, US
You might spot Great Blue Heron, Eastern Bluebird, and White-Tailed Deer.
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New Jersey, US
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Wisconsin, US
You might spot White-Tailed Deer, Common Eastern Bumble Bee, and Duck.
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New Jersey, US
You might spot White-Tailed Deer, Canada Goose, and Red-Winged Blackbird.
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