Reptiles and Amphibians - invasive

American Bullfrog (Lithobates catesbeianus) on Jul 2, 2022

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Description of specimen

Hundreds of Bullfrog tadpoles are in various stages of development.

Commentary

Thank you for your report! The Oregon Dept. of Fish and Wildlife has a fact sheet about bullfrogs and actions that can be taken at https://www.dfw.state.or.us/conservationstrategy/invasive_species/docs/bullfrog_fact_sheet.pdf. There are some more control tips at https://www.denverpost.com/2019/07/03/boulder-county-invasive-american-bullfrogs/. Your report will be incorporated into our statewide invasives database, iMapInvasives, and will contribute to our understanding of the distribution of bullfrogs in Oregon.

Lindsey Wise
Aug. 23, 2022, 5:57 a.m.