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Mountain Yellow-legged Frog — printable fact sheet
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Mountain Yellow-legged Frog
Rana muscosa
The Mountain Yellow-legged Frog is a medium-sized amphibian native to the mountainous regions of California. Recognizable by its yellowish underbelly and mottled brown or olive skin, this frog spends much of its life in or near cold, clear mountain streams and lakes. It is well …
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- Over 90% of Mountain Yellow-legged Frog populations have disappeared from their historic range, making them one of North America's most endangered amphibians.
- Mountain Yellow-legged Frogs can hibernate underwater for months during harsh alpine winters. Their skin secretes antimicrobial peptides, which help defend them against pathogens. They communicate using a series of soft, underwater calls that are rarely heard by humans.
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