Southern Chorus Frog
Pseudacris nigrita

Common Name:	Southern Chorus Frog
Scientific Name:	Pseudacris nigrita
Etymology:
Genus:	Pseudacris is derived from the Greek words pseudes meaning "false" and akris meaning "locust"
Species:	nigrita is Latin meaning "blackened"
Average Length:	0.8 - 1.3 in. (1.9 - 3.2 cm)
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Virginia Wildlife Action Plan Rating Tier IV - Moderate Conservation Need - The species may be rare in parts of its range, particularly on the periphery. Populations of these species have demonstrated a significant declining trend or one is suspected which, if continued, is likely to qualify this species for a higher tier in the foreseeable future. Long-term planning is necessary to stabilize or increase populations.

 

Virginia Fish and Wildlife Information Service: Species Booklet

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