The Western Chorus Frog is a tiny frog whose call sounds like a finger run along the teeth of a comb. Despite its name, it rarely climbs. It breeds in temporary pools as soon as they form in early spring.
Habitat
Moist prairies, wet meadows, and shallow temporary ponds in the Midwest
Diet
Tiny insects and invertebrates
How common
Common
Best time to see a Western Chorus Frog
The best time to see a Western Chorus Frog is February–May, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 13,720 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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