Another help with ID requested.

[JimO]

I know this sounds crazy, but it could be a very dark phase of the northern green frog (Lithobates clamitans melanota). I'm basing this on the size and position of the tympanum and the fact that the ridge stops before reaching much past the "knees" when at rest.

[BG]

Its a young bullfrog

[JimO]

It could be, but bullfrogs don't have the ridge along the back.

Its a young bullfrog

[Baelari]

Dorsolateral ridge indicates green frog over bullfrog. I would guess that over pickerel frog, since there's no squares on her back... and female based on the tympanum?

[John]

Dang I didn't think clamitans was in Wisconsin. You're right, it's definitely Rana clamitans.

[hopes2]

OK, so green frogs they are...Thanks!
We are thrilled to have them move in.
Next question is how can I make them happy over the winter?
I can catch and take them to a pond or wherever.

Thanks again,

Dan.

[John]

I wouldn't worry about them if I were you. They'll take care of themselves.

[hopes2]

Thanks for the ID and advice.
I will leave them alone and hope they return next year.

Dan.