Rana clamitans

Scientific name. Rana clamitans

Common Name. Green Frog

General information. Rana clamitans is solitary and nocturnal, remains hidden most of the time.

Protected status. The Green Frog is not a protected species in Texas and can be legally collected with a hunting license.

Diagnostic features. Smooth skinned frog with prominent tympanum. Dorsolateral folds do NOT extend to groin Fully webbed feet, except fourth toe

Coloration. Plain brown or bronze dorsally White ventral surfaces with dark, irregular markings Green coloration may be present on upper lip. Adult male with yellowish coloration on throat.

General distribution. In the United States, Rana clamitans is found in the southern states, from North Carolina to Texas.

Texas distribution. The single subspecies of Rana clamitans found in Texas, R. c. clamitans, is found in the eastern third of the state.

Habitat. Rana clamitans shelters in logs and crevices, and lives in swamps and near streams.

Reproduction. Breeding in Rana clamitans occurs from March to August. Small egg masses are attached to underwater vegetation.

Size. Rana clamitans grows to 5-8 cm (2.2-3 in).

Calls.

Map. Orange counties indicate new county records since previous Herps of Texas update in 1998; all other colored counties reflect known distribution prior to 1998 for species and/or subspecies. Map is based on museum voucher specimens.