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

Impact ID5691
Impact TypeDisease/Parasites/Toxicity
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationN/A
Impact DescriptionUsing museum records and models indicate that bullfrogs (Lithobates catesbeianus) proceeded the spread of Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd) in western United States. Therefore, bullfrogs were likely vectors of Bd.
Reference39924
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationUnited States

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [4/27/2024].

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