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Pseudacris

Pseudacris

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A small North American frog called a chorus frog that makes loud repeating calls
  • noun
  • /ˈsuːdəkrɪs/
  • Specialized
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  • The Pseudacris species are commonly found near water bodies.

Examples

  • One of the distinguishing features of Pseudacris is its loud, trilling call.

  • Researchers studied the habitat preferences of various Pseudacris species during the breeding season.

  • The springtime singing of the Pseudacris can be heard in wetlands across the region.

  • Have you ever heard a Pseudacris call at night?

  • The Pseudacris is known for its unique mating calls that can be heard during the spring.

  • Every spring, the wetlands are filled with the sounds of Pseudacris as they gather to breed.

  • Researchers studied the behavior of Pseudacris to learn more about their communication patterns.

Synonyms

chorus frog
vsPseudacris
  • Specialized
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A small North American frog with a loud musical call

is the formal genus name used in scientific classification

Surface Forms

Pseudacris singular
Pseudacris plural

Etymology

Pseudacris is made from the Greek parts pseudo- meaning 'false' and Acris, the name of a related frog group. So Pseudacris means 'false Acris' and helps you remember these small chorus frogs look like, but are not the same as, that other group.