DNR - Mink Frog (Rana septentrionalis)

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Mink Frog (Rana septentrionalis)

DESCRIPTION: A blotchy, spotted, greenish or brownish frog. Similar to Green Frog, but has spots or blotches instead of cross bands on the hind legs. Bright green upper lip and creamy to yellowish belly. Produces a musky, mink like odor when handled. Medium - 2 to 3 inches long.

nk Frog
Photo © Jim Harding

HABITAT: Bogs, ponds, and lake edges. Remains close to permanent water.

BREEDING: June-July. Eggs laid on vegetation in deep water. Tadpoles may require more than one summer to become frogs.

VOICE: Likened to distant hammering; "Kuk, kuk, kuk, kuk, kuk."

RANGE AND STATUS: Found throughout Upper Peninsula, but generally uncommon.

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