Frogs are a great part of the childhood experience for American children, as they offer a handheld look at animal biology that extends beyond the usual housepet. Although some children have been known to use them for more sinister purposes, most kids thrill at the sight of a frog in the wild, and the adventure that comes with trying to catch one to keep for a little while — before mom finds out you’re keeping a frog in the house! Frogs are some of the most prolific amphibians in North America, and there’s plenty to love about them. They make excellent pets with the right habitat, and they rather enjoy their work as ambassadors for pest control. If you think a dog or a cat might be a bit too much for Junior to handle, perhaps the need for companionship can be soothed with a friendly frog! There are more than 90 species of frogs found in North America, but here are a handful of some that are more commonly found.
Grey Tree Frog
Northern Leopard Frog
Bullfrog
Southern Cricket Frog
Coqui Guajon Frog
Mexican White-Lipped Frog
Spring Peeper Frog
Mink Frog
Pickerel Frog
Couch’s Spadefoot
African Clawed Frog
Red-Legged Frog
