Arizona's WildLife

The Chiricahua leopard frog is a medium-sized amphibian native to Arizona, easily identified by its greenish-brown coloration with dark blotches across its back and legs. This species prefers cold, clear streams, ponds, and other permanent or semi-permanent water sources in mountainous and riparian habitats. Chiricahua leopard frogs are primarily nocturnal and feed on insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates. Once widespread, their populations have declined due to habitat loss, water diversion, disease, and introduced predators, making them a species of conservation concern. As both predator and prey in aquatic ecosystems, they play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance while serving as indicators of healthy, unpolluted waterways.