🌿Native Nature

Mink Frog

Lithobates septentrionalis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Anura ›Family: Ranidae ›Genus: Lithobates

About

The mink frog (Lithobates septentrionalis) is a small species of frog native to the United States and Canada. They are so named for their scent, which reportedly smells like a mink. The scent is more akin to that of rotting onions to those unfamiliar with mink. It is also sometimes referred to as the north frog.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mink Frog?
The scientific name of Mink Frog is Lithobates septentrionalis.
What kingdom does Mink Frog belong to?
Mink Frog belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mink Frog belong to?
Mink Frog belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mink Frog belong to?
Mink Frog belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Mink Frog belong to?
Mink Frog belongs to the order Anura.
What family does Mink Frog belong to?
Mink Frog belongs to the family Ranidae.
What genus does Mink Frog belong to?
Mink Frog belongs to the genus Lithobates.