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New Jersey Chorus Frog New Jersey Chorus Frog (Pseudacris triseriata kalmi) - Pl. 33 Identification: 3/4" - 1 1/2". The ground color of the kalmi subspecies of Western Chorus Frog ranges from gray to brown to olive. There is always a light stripe on the upper lip and a dark stripe through the eye that runs down the flank to the groin. Like the Upland Chorus Frog, a dark triangle may be present between the eyes. In addition, three thick dark stripes running down the back are usually present; the middle stripe commonly forms a Y towards the rear. The mark- ings on the back are usually darker and thicker than those of the Upland Chorus Frog. The belly is white and usually very plain, with only some individuals having a few dark spots. Where to find them: Found in a variety of habitats. Breeds in swamps and vernal pools; regularly found in ditches in the Southern Region. When to find them: Breeds from February to June. Voice: Regularly repeated creaking sound, like someone running their nails over the teeth of a comb. Range: All of Southern Region. This species in not common in the core Pinelands. New Jersey Chorus Frog (Pseudacris triseriata kalmi) - text pg. 42 Key Features - Identical in apperance to the upland chorus frog, but discernable by range and call; see text pg. 42. New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife ~ 2002 Excerpt from: “Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians of New Jersey” Order the complete guide at - http://www.state.nj.us/dep/fgw/products.htm.

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