Species Reptiles & AmphibiansRed-legged Frog

Red-legged Frog

Rana aurora

UncommonReptile & Amphibian
Illustration of Red-legged Frog (Rana aurora)

The Red-legged Frog is the largest native frog in the western U.S. Named for the bright red coloration on the underside of its hind legs. Declining due to introduced predators and chytrid fungus.

Habitat
Ponds, slow streams, and coastal wetlands in the Pacific Northwest
Diet
Insects, worms, and small vertebrates
How common
Uncommon

Best time to see a Red-legged Frog

The best time to see a Red-legged Frog is April–September, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 15,204 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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