Species Reptiles & AmphibiansWestern Chorus Frog

Western Chorus Frog

Pseudacris triseriata

CommonReptile & Amphibian
Illustration of Western Chorus Frog (Pseudacris triseriata)

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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