Thousands Of Singing Spring Peepers Are A Welcome Sound Of A New Season Here In Wisconsin

Life is full of uncertainty. In fact, it seems that there is so much uncertainty about the future that you can’t count on anything. And while that may be the case in most situations, it’s not entirely true. There are a few things you can count on, and a seasonal serenade — compliments of thousands of spring peepers in Wisconsin— is one of them. Every year, you may be asking yourself, "do spring peepers live in Wisconsin?" You bet! Read on to learn all about the annual chorus of this Wisconsin state frog -- a surefire sign of spring in Wisconsin.

Migrating birds and colorful blooms aren’t the only signs of spring in Wisconsin. There’s also an audible sign that signifies the season’s arrival — a chorus of spring peepers.

Tiny singing frogs, known as spring peepers, can be found throughout the eastern U.S. and Canada.

The audible amphibians got their name because they begin chirping at the start of spring.

To us humans, the familiar sound means that spring is finally here. However, to the spring peepers, it signifies something else — the start of the breeding season.

Here in Wisconsin, spring peepers begin their performance in spring and usually continue into the early part of summer. Spring peepers aren’t the only frogs that serenade Wisconsinites, though.

As the months progress, the 12 frog species that call Wisconsin home will take turns performing. And just like spring peepers, they’re performing to signify the start of their breeding season.

For the most part, the breeding seasons of different species of frogs are staggered — but not always. In addition to spring peepers, the wood frog, chorus frog, and leopard frog begin their nightly singing sessions at the start of spring.

Quietness is a must when taking in the spring peepers nightly crooning. If you’re seeking a perfectly secluded spot, any of the state’s wooded areas or waterways will do the trick.

Can’t wait for the nightly performance? Play the video below to hear the spring peepers in action.

Are you one who frequently asks, "when do spring peepers come out in Wisconsin?" Now you know! Have you ever hear the spring peepers sound? Tell us in the comments section. You can learn even more about these singing frogs on the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources website.

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