# Leopard Frog (*Lithobates pipiens*) The Leopard Frog has beautiful spots that make it look like a little leopard! They love to hop around in warm weather. - **Category:** [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/amphibian) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 2/5 · Low - **Snaps:** 54 - **Habitat:** Grasslands, wetlands, and ponds - **Also known as:** Meadow Frog, Northern Leopard Frog ![Leopard Frog](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771425709/objects/5652.jpg) ## Appearance The Leopard Frog is typically green or brownish-green, covered in large, irregular dark spots bordered by light halos. It has prominent light-colored folds running down its back, making it stand out from solid-colored frogs. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Amphibia - **Order:** Anura - **Family:** Ranidae - **Genus:** Lithobates ## Interesting facts - Leopard Frogs can survive being frozen solid, then thaw out and hop away! - Sometimes, they 'sing' their croaking songs completely underwater to attract mates. - Their super-sticky tongue shoots out faster than a blink to snatch unsuspecting prey! - These frogs can eat surprising meals, even other small frogs or tiny birds! ## Special abilities - **Super Jumper:** Leopard Frogs can jump incredibly far, up to 20 times their body length, to escape predators or catch prey quickly. - **Spotty Camouflage:** Leopard Frogs have unique dark spots with light halos that help them blend into mottled pond environments, hiding from watchful eyes. - **Skin Breathing:** Leopard Frogs can absorb oxygen directly through their moist skin, allowing them to stay underwater for longer periods or breathe on land. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 5-11 cm - **Weight:** 0.01-0.06 kg - **Lifespan:** 2-4 years - **Speed:** 36 km/h - **Clutch Size:** 2000-6000 - **Metamorphosis:** 60-90 days ## Diet & Feeding They are hungry hunters, feasting on small insects, spiders, and anything else they can fit in their mouth! - **Age differences:** Tadpoles are primarily vegetarians, eating algae, while adult frogs are carnivores. - **Primary Foods:** crickets, flies, beetles, spiders, worms, small fish - **Foraging Method:** Ambush ## Ecological connections - **Hunts:** [Field Cricket](https://www.snappit.app/explore/field-cricket) (*Gryllus assimilis*) — a common insect prey for the frog - **Eaten by:** Common Garter Snake (*Thamnophis sirtalis*) — a frequent predator, catching frogs near water - **Eaten by:** [Great Blue Heron](https://www.snappit.app/explore/great-blue-heron) (*Ardea herodias*) — a large bird that preys on frogs in their wetland habitats - **Eaten by:** [Raccoon](https://www.snappit.app/explore/raccoon) (*Procyon lotor*) — a nocturnal mammal that hunts frogs along pond edges ## 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. - [Insectivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/insectivorous): This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates. - [Wetland](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/wetland): This habitat trait identifies species found in wetlands, which are areas of land saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, including marshes, swamps, and bogs. - [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 Leopard Frog? 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 Leopard Frog? 5-11 cm ### How much does Leopard Frog weigh? 0.01-0.06 kg ### How long does Leopard Frog live? 2-4 years ### How fast can Leopard Frog move? 36 km/h ### What does Leopard Frog eat? They are hungry hunters, feasting on small insects, spiders, and anything else they can fit in their mouth! ### Where is Leopard Frog usually found? Grasslands, wetlands, and ponds ### How does Leopard Frog hunt? Ambush ## Where to spot - [Albany Pine Bush](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/albany-pine-bush) — New York, US · Nature Reserve - [Bartholomew's Cobble](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/bartholomews-cobble) — Massachusetts, US · Nature Reserve - [Black Creek Park](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/black-creek-park) — New York, US · Park - [Circleville Historic District](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/circleville-historic-district) — Ohio, US · Historic District - [Concord Monument Square-Lexington Road Historic District](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/concord-monument-square-lexington-road-historic-district) — Massachusetts, US · Historic District - [Geauga Park District](https://www.snappit.app/guides/places/geauga-park-district) — Ohio, US · Nature Reserve [View all places to see Leopard Frog](https://www.snappit.app/guides/where-to-see/leopard-frog) ## 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: [Leopard Frog: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/leopard-frog)