The Barking Frog is a large, round-bodied frog of limestone country in Texas and New Mexico. Named for its dog-like bark, it is heard far more often than it is seen. It lays eggs on land that hatch as fully formed froglets.
Best time to see a Barking Frog
The best time to see a Barking Frog is April–July, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 190 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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