American Bullfrog - Lithobates catesbeianus
Bullfrogs are often confused with Green Frogs as both types of frogs share many similar features. The main difference between Green Frogs and Bullfrogs is the location of the dorsolateral ridge. The dorsolateral ridge of Bullfrogs starts at the eye and hooks around the tympanum. In Green Frogs, the dorsolateral ridge runs down it's dorsal surface. Bullfrogs are also much larger than Green Frogs.
Habitat: Wetland
The American bullfrog, often simply known as the bullfrog in Canada and the United States, is a large true frog native to eastern North America. It typically inhabits large permanent water bodies such as swamps, ponds, and lakes.
Similar species: Frogs
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Uploaded Jun 8, 2019. Captured May 2, 2019 12:28 in 3280 Franklin Ave, Millbrook, NY 12545, USA.
