# American Bullfrog (*Lithobates catesbeianus*) The American Bullfrog is a big, green frog that loves to jump around! They are known for their loud croaking sounds. - **Category:** [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/amphibian) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 2/5 · Low - **Snaps:** 306 - **Habitat:** Ponds, lakes, and marshes - **Also known as:** Bullfrog ![American Bullfrog](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771426245/objects/5649.jpg) ## Appearance 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. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Amphibia - **Order:** Anura - **Family:** Ranidae - **Genus:** Lithobates ## Interesting facts - 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! ## Special abilities - **Loud Croak:** American Bullfrog has a deep, resonant "jug-o-rum" call that helps it attract mates and announce its territory. - **Stealthy Hunter:** American Bullfrog can perfectly blend into its aquatic surroundings because of its mottled green skin, helping it ambush prey. - **Sticky Tongue Trap:** American Bullfrog can flick out a long, sticky tongue with incredible speed to snatch insects and other small creatures. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 10-20 cm - **Weight:** 0.2-0.7 kg - **Lifespan:** 7-10 years - **Speed:** 8 km/h - **Clutch Size:** 1000-20000 - **Metamorphosis:** 90-730 days ## Diet & Feeding 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. - **Primary Foods:** insects, crayfish, small fish, other frogs, small snakes, mice - **Foraging Method:** Ambush ## Ecological connections - **Eaten by:** [Great Blue Heron](https://www.snappit.app/explore/great-blue-heron) (*Ardea herodias*) — Herons hunt adult bullfrogs - **Eaten by:** [Northern Water Snake](https://www.snappit.app/explore/northern-water-snake) (*Nerodia sipedon*) — Water snakes prey on frogs - **Eats:** Green Darner (*Anax junius*) — Bullfrogs snatch flying dragonflies - **Eats:** Mosquitofish (*Gambusia affinis*) — Bullfrogs consume small fish ## Traits - [Wildlife](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/wildlife): Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats. - [Webbed Feet](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/webbed-feet): Characterized by having toes connected by a membrane, typically aiding in swimming. - [Carnivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/carnivorous): This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue. - [Freshwater](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/freshwater): Freshwater habitats include non-saline aquatic environments such as rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands, vital for numerous species. - [Nocturnal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/nocturnal): Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day. ## Collections - [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/amphibians) - [Reptiles & Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/reptiles-and-amphibians) ## Safety **Danger:** 2/5 · Low Look but don’t touch. Keep a safe distance and wash hands after exploring. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify American Bullfrog? Check the toe pads, leg length, eye markings, back pattern and body shape. Don't lean on color: some frogs change shade to match their surroundings. Frog Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details. ### How long is American Bullfrog? 10-20 cm ### How much does American Bullfrog weigh? 0.2-0.7 kg ### How long does American Bullfrog live? 7-10 years ### How fast can American Bullfrog move? 8 km/h ### What does American Bullfrog eat? These hungry amphibians eat almost anything smaller than themselves, from insects to other frogs! ### Where is American Bullfrog usually found? Ponds, lakes, and marshes ### How does American Bullfrog hunt? Ambush ## Where to spot - [Abbott Farm Historic District](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/abbott-farm-historic-district) — New Jersey, US · Historic District - [Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/albemarle-and-chesapeake-canal) — Virginia, US · Historic Site - [Ames Nowell State Park](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/ames-nowell-state-park) — Massachusetts, US · State Park - [Ashton Historic District](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/ashton-historic-district) — Rhode Island, US · Historic District - [Cape Charles Historic District](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/cape-charles-historic-district) — US · Historic District - [Carriage Paths, Bridges and Gatehouses](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/carriage-paths-bridges-and-gatehouses) — Maine, US · Historic District [View all places to see American Bullfrog](https://www.snappit.app/guides/where-to-see/american-bullfrog) ## More Amphibians - [Eastern Red-backed Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-red-backed-salamander) (*Plethodon cinereus*) - [California Slender Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/california-slender-salamander) (*Batrachoseps attenuatus*) - [Cuban Tree Frog](https://www.snappit.app/explore/cuban-tree-frog) (*Osteopilus septentrionalis*) - [European Toad](https://www.snappit.app/explore/european-toad) (*Bufo bufo*) --- Source: [American Bullfrog: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/american-bullfrog)