Lithobates catesbeianus
Lithobates catesbeianus
(American Bullfrog)
Amphibians-Frogs
Native Transplant

Impact ID5500
Impact TypeFood Web
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionA meta-analysis indicated American bullfrog, Lithobates catesbeianus, has a reduced number or prey items in diet and shows increased trophic plasticity in non-native ranges when in presence of different crayfish communities.
Reference37708
Great Lakes RegionNo
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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [5/3/2024].

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