Amphibian Vocalization (Frog Call) Quiz

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1. High-pitched ascending bird-like peeps - "PEEPpeep, PEEP-peep."
Amphibian species waveform.

Explanation

The high-pitched ascending bird-like peeps described in the question are characteristic of the Spring Peeper (Pseudacris crucifer). This species is known for its distinctive call, which consists of a series of short, high-pitched peeps that increase in pitch and volume. The call of the Spring Peeper is often described as resembling the sound of a bird chirping. The other frog species listed do not produce this specific call pattern, making the Spring Peeper the correct answer.

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Amphibian Vocalization (Frog Call) Quiz - Quiz

Frog Calls of the Southeastern United States. Includes waveform and audio recording with choice of four species per question.

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Deep-pitched "rumm, rumm, rumm" or "ru-uu-umm, ru-u-uumm." 



Amphibian species waveform.

Explanation

The deep-pitched "rumm, rumm, rumm" or "ru-uu-umm, ru-u-uumm" call is characteristic of the American Bullfrog (Rana catesbeiana). The Eastern Spadefoot, Upland Chorus Frog, and Fowler's Toad have different calls, so they can be ruled out as the correct answer.

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A hearty, resonating trill. Slower trill than Cope's Gray Treefrog.

 Amphibian species waveform.

Explanation

The given description states that the trill of the frog in question is slower than that of Cope's Gray Treefrog. Among the options provided, the Gray Treefrog (Hyla versicolor) is the only one that matches this description. Therefore, the Gray Treefrog is the correct answer.

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A sound like the twang of a oose banjo string -"gunk". 

Amphibian species waveform.

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A hearty, resonating trill. Faster trill than the Gray Treefrog. 
Amphibian species waveform.

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Short harsh quacks. 

Amphibian species waveform.

Explanation

Wood frogs are known for their short harsh quacks. This distinct vocalization is a key characteristic of the species and helps to identify them. The other frog species listed do not produce the same type of call, making the wood frog the correct answer.

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High musical trill lasting up to 30 seconds (average
of 10-15 seconds).

Amphibian species waveform

Explanation

The American Toad is the correct answer because it is known for producing a high musical trill that can last up to 30 seconds, with an average duration of 10-15 seconds. The other species listed may have different calls or durations, but the American Toad matches the given description.

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High-pitched ascending bird-like peeps - "PEEPpeep, PEEP-peep."
Deep-pitched "rumm, rumm, rumm" or "ru-uu-umm, ru-u-uumm." 
A hearty, resonating trill. Slower trill than Cope's Gray Treefrog. ...
A sound like the twang of a oose banjo string -"gunk". 
A hearty, resonating trill. Faster trill than the Gray Treefrog. 
Short harsh quacks. 
High musical trill lasting up to 30 seconds (averageof 10-15...
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