Wood Frog
(Rana sylvatica)
The Wood Frog measures 1.5 - 3 inches long and is pink, tan or brown in color. There is a prominent dark stripe that runs on each side of the head to the ear drum. A light colored stripe can also be seen on the upper jaw which sometimes continues down the back with distinctive dorsolateral ridges. There is a dark blotch on the chest with a light colored belly with dark spots.
The call is a series of short raspy quacks. The breeding season begins in very early spring and these frogs can often be heard before all of the ice has melted. Eggs are laid underwater attached to vegetation. The Wood Frog prefers moist woodland areas.