Northern Red-legged Frog
Rana aurora
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAmphibia · Anura · Ranidae
About
Northern red-legged frogs are an amphibian species in the true frog family. They have greenish- to reddish-brown skin, red hind legs, dark spots across their backs, and dark facial masks. As a member of the genus Rana, this species is considered a true frog, with characteristic smooth skin and a narrow waist. These frogs are distributed along the Pacific coast of the United States and Canada, from Northern California to southwest British Columbia. There is some range overlap with the federally protected California red-legged frog. Northern red-legged frogs generally breed from January to March, laying eggs in water with submerged vegetation.
Fun Fact
Estimates for the number of eggs contained in each egg mass vary between 500 to 1100 and up to 2,000 eggs.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Habitat includes both vernal and permanent bodies of water with submerged vegetation.
Diet
Prey upon terrestrial insects, but will also take small snails and crustaceans.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance