Blanchard's Cricket Frog
Blanchard’s
cricket frog rarely exceeds one and a half inches in length. Although
extremely variable, this tiny frog almost always has a dark triangle between
its eyes. A ragged, dark line on the rear surface of its thigh is also
characteristic. This alert frog is a strong leaper. It’s found statewide
and frequents almost any wet place. It seems to be partial to the sunny
banks of lakes and streams. It’s also found on sand, gravel or mud
bars in small, sluggish streams.
Blanchard’s cricket frog begins breeding in late April and continues
through the summer. The call is a series of rapid metallic clicks, much
like two pebbles or marbles being struck together.