Herp — Texas Frogs

Question 1

What is the scientific name of the Texas horned frog?

Answer 1

Phrynosoma cornutum

Question 2

True or False: The Texas toad is known scientifically as Anaxyrus speciosus.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The scientific name for the Gulf Coast toad is __________.

Answer 3

Incilius nebulifer

Question 4

Which family do Texas frogs belong to?

Answer 4

Ranidae

Question 5

What is the common name for Lithobates catesbeianus?

Answer 5

American bullfrog

Question 6

Name one characteristic of the Texas horned frog.

Answer 6

It has a flattened body and spiny projections.

Question 7

What does the scientific name Acris crepitans refer to?

Answer 7

Northern cricket frog

Question 8

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of tree frog found in Texas? A) Hyla cinerea B) Lithobates clamitans C) Anaxyrus boreas

Answer 8

A) Hyla cinerea

Question 9

True or False: The Mexican free-tailed bat is a predator of Texas frogs.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What is the primary habitat for the Texas frog species?

Answer 10

Wetlands and ponds

Question 11

Fill in the blank: The scientific name for the green tree frog is __________.

Answer 11

Hyla cinerea

Question 12

Which Texas frog is known for its loud mating call?

Answer 12

American bullfrog

Question 13

What is the scientific name for the Rio Grande leopard frog?

Answer 13

Lithobates berlandieri

Question 14

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of the Texas toad? A) Bright blue coloration B) Warty skin C) Long legs

Answer 14

B) Warty skin

Question 15

True or False: The Great Plains toad is also known as Anaxyrus cognatus.

Answer 15

True

Question 16

What is the primary diet of Texas frogs?

Answer 16

Insects and other small invertebrates

Question 17

Fill in the blank: The scientific name for the eastern narrow-mouthed toad is __________.

Answer 17

Gastrophryne carolinensis

Question 18

Which Texas frog is capable of surviving in arid environments?

Answer 18

Texas horned frog

Question 19

What is a common threat to Texas frog populations?

Answer 19

Habitat destruction

Question 20

Multiple Choice: The scientific name for the Southern leopard frog is A) Lithobates sphenocephalus B) Hyla cinerea C) Anaxyrus speciosus

Answer 20

A) Lithobates sphenocephalus

Question 21

True or False: Frogs are amphibians.

Answer 21

True

Question 22

What is the role of frogs in their ecosystem?

Answer 22

They act as both predators and prey.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: The scientific name for the Western toad is __________.

Answer 23

Anaxyrus boreas

Question 24

Which Texas frog has a distinctive call that sounds like a ‘quack’?

Answer 24

American bullfrog

Question 25

What is the primary method of reproduction for Texas frogs?

Answer 25

Egg-laying in water

Question 26

Multiple Choice: The Texas frog known for its ability to change color is A) Lithobates clamitans B) Hyla cinerea C) Phrynosoma cornutum

Answer 26

B) Hyla cinerea

Question 27

True or False: All Texas frogs are nocturnal.

Answer 27

False

Question 28

What is the significance of the Texas horned frog in Texas culture?

Answer 28

It is the state reptile of Texas.

Question 29

Fill in the blank: The scientific name for the Plains leopard frog is __________.

Answer 29

Lithobates blairi

Question 30

Which Texas frog is characterized by its bright green color and large eyes?

Answer 30

Green tree frog

Question 31

What adaptation helps Texas frogs survive in dry conditions?

Answer 31

Burrowing into the ground

Question 32

Multiple Choice: Which of the following frogs is known for its distinctive yellow spots? A) Lithobates catesbeianus B) Phrynosoma cornutum C) Hyla cinerea

Answer 32

A) Lithobates catesbeianus

Question 33

True or False: The Texas frog population is stable and not facing any threats.

Answer 33

False

Question 34

What is an important conservation measure for Texas frogs?

Answer 34

Protecting their natural habitats

Question 35

Fill in the blank: The scientific name for the Mexican spadefoot toad is __________.

Answer 35

Spea multiplicata