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Great Basin Spadefoot Toad

The great basin spadefoot toad (Spea intermontana) is a unique species of toad that is found in the western United States and in Canada, primarily in British Columbia. Despite its name, the great basin spadefoot toad is not restricted to the Great Basin region, but can also be found in other semi-arid areas. In Canada,  Learn more on Great Basin Spadefoot Toad »

Plains spadefoot toad

The plains spadefoot toad (Spea bombifrons) is a unique species of toad that is found throughout Canada and the United States. Despite its name, this species is not exclusively found on the plains, but can also be found in semi-arid areas and even mountainous regions. In Canada, the plains spadefoot toad is found primarily in  Learn more on Plains spadefoot toad »

Spotted Frog

The Spotted Frog (Rana luteiventris) is a unique and endangered amphibian species found in the Pacific Northwest region of Canada, including British Columbia and Alberta. This species is known for its distinct spotted pattern and preference for cool, clear water habitats. Unfortunately, the Spotted Frog is facing numerous threats that have led to declining populations  Learn more on Spotted Frog »

Northern Red-legged Frog

The Northern Red-legged Frog (Rana aurora) is a charismatic and ecologically important amphibian species found in the wetlands and forests of Canada. Despite its important role in the ecosystem, this species is facing significant threats from habitat loss, climate change, and disease. In this blog post, we’ll explore the biology, habitat, and conservation of the  Learn more on Northern Red-legged Frog »

Pickerel Frog

The Pickerel Frog (Lithobates palustris) is a small but striking amphibian species found in wetland habitats across Canada. Known for its bright coloration and cryptic behavior, this species plays an important ecological role and is a fascinating subject for nature enthusiasts. In this blog post, we’ll explore the biology, habitat, and conservation of the Pickerel  Learn more on Pickerel Frog »

Green Frog

The Green Frog (Lithobates clamitans) is a common and iconic amphibian species found throughout Canada’s freshwater habitats. Known for its distinctive coloration and recognizable call, this species plays an important ecological role and is a beloved symbol of Canada’s natural landscapes. In this blog post, we’ll explore the biology, habitat, and conservation of the Green  Learn more on Green Frog »

Boreal Chorus Frog

The Boreal Chorus Frog (Pseudacris maculata) is a small but vocal amphibian species found throughout Canada’s boreal forests. Known for its distinctive call and impressive jumping abilities, this species plays an important ecological role and is a beloved icon of Canada’s northern landscapes. In this blog post, we’ll explore the biology, habitat, and conservation of  Learn more on Boreal Chorus Frog »

Spring Peeper

The Spring Peeper (Pseudacris crucifer) is a small and vocal amphibian species found throughout eastern Canada and the United States. Despite its diminutive size, the Spring Peeper plays an important ecological role and is a beloved symbol of springtime in Canada. In this blog post, we’ll explore the biology, habitat, and conservation of the Spring  Learn more on Spring Peeper »

Northern Cricket Frog

The Northern Cricket Frog (Acris crepitans), also known as the eastern cricket frog, is a small and elusive amphibian species found in the eastern and central United States, as well as southern Canada. In Canada, this species is rare and declining, with only a few isolated populations remaining. In this blog post, we’ll explore the  Learn more on Northern Cricket Frog »

Western Chorus Frog

The Western Chorus Frog (Pseudacris triseriata), also known as the striped chorus frog, is a small amphibian species found in the wetlands of eastern and central North America, including Canada. Despite its small size, this frog plays an important role in Canada’s ecosystems and is a unique and fascinating species. In this blog post, we’ll  Learn more on Western Chorus Frog »