Lithobates catesbeianus
| Scientific name | Lithobates catesbeianus |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Shaw |
| Year of description | 1802 |
| IUCN category (World) | LC |
| Family | ranidae |
| Genus | Lithobates |
Introduction
Lithobates catesbeianus is a fresh water amphibian.
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Who is it?
Morphology
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Size11.1 - 25 cm
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Motiftasks
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Size11.1 - 25 cm
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Motiftasks
How to recognize Lithobates catesbeianus ?
Lithobates catesbeianus measures between 11.1 and 25 cm. this amphibian is unicolore with a predominantly vert body. The also has noir tasks.
Behaviour & Life cycle
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Sociabilityliving in a group or alone
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Way of livingdiurnal
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VenomousNo
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Dietpredator
Lithobates catesbeianus is an amphibian living in a group or alone naturally found near to the surface. This species is carnivorous .
Although Lithobates catesbeianus is non-territorial, it is sometimes aggressive towards other species.
Reproduction
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Reproductionovipare
Lithobates catesbeianus is an amphibian ovipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
Conservation status of populations (IUCN)
Where to see this species?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature20 - 24 °C
Biotope presentation
The acidification of water comes from the decomposition of plants. This phenomenon changes the color of the water, which tends to turn brown. In some areas particularly rich in organic matter, the water is so dark that it is called "black water".
Species of the same biotope
common green iguana
Iguanidae
To go further
To read on the web
Sources & Contributions
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Where to see this species?
Scientific partners
Species of the same biotope
common green iguana
Iguanidae