Small, green, and well-camouflaged, the Pacific Chorus Frog is a common sight in the Pacific States. These amphibians can be found in a variety of habitats, from low deserts to high mountains, as long as there is standing water for breeding. They have the unique ability to change their colors to match their surroundings. With a black eye stripe and distinctive toepads, they are easily identifiable. Their call, known as “wogita,” can be heard on spring evenings as they attract females. The frog’s life cycle begins with eggs that grow into tadpoles and eventually miniature versions of their parents. If you have a photo of the natural beauty in the Tehachapi area, you can submit it to the Tehachapi News for possible publication.
Small, green, and well-camouflaged | Lifestyle
The Pacific Chorus Frog, also known as Pseudacris regilla, is a common amphibian in the Pacific States. They are found in various habitats, from deserts to mountains, as long as there is standing water for breeding. These frogs have the unique ability to change their colors to blend in with their surroundings. With their distinctive black eye stripe and toepads, they are easily recognizable. During spring evenings, they call out to attract females, a sound known as “wogita.” The frog’s life cycle begins with eggs that grow into tadpoles and eventually transform into miniature versions of their parents.
If you have captured the natural beauty of the Tehachapi area in a photo, you can submit it to the Tehachapi News for a chance to have it published. Simply drop off a print or CD at the News office or send it via email to [email protected].
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