Walking along this creek and flipping rocks around the edges revealed several Pickerel Frogs.
These amphibians are usually tan with rectangular spots, which are oriented in two columns down its back. A prominent white line outlines the upper jaw.
In case of attack, Pickerel Frogs have an interesting defense mechanism: they emit skin secretions which are irritating to people and toxic to some predators. This toxicity makes the Pickerel Frog the only poisonous frog native to the United States. Because of this, most snakes and mammals will leave Pickerel Frogs alone.
Although these frogs are often found in aquatic environments, their toes are unwebbed. Pickerel Frogs are most often seen along the edges of streams or flooded ditches, but they can also be found in caves and sometimes along roadsides.
Its call sounds like a quiet, long drawn-out snore.