Introducing Animals

New frog species discovered in New York City

Atlantic Coast leopard frog’s habitat covers hundreds of miles

Atlantic Coast leopard frog

FROG IN THE CITY  The Atlantic Coast leopard frog was discovered in New York City and inhabits wetlands along the I-95 corridor between Connecticut and North Carolina.

Matthew Schlesinger, New York Natural Heritage Program

By Kate Baggaley

- More than 2 years ago

A new frog species, discovered in New York City six years ago, has been found in many spots along the East Coast, from Connecticut to North Carolina.