spring peeper
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Definition
Noun A small, brown tree frog (Pseudacris crucifer) known for its high-pitched, peeping call, which is a characteristic sound heard in and near wetlands across the eastern United States and Canada during the early spring.
Usage
The term "spring peeper" refers specifically to this species of frog. It is used as a common name in both casual and scientific contexts to identify the animal. * The chorus of spring peepers is a sure sign that winter is ending. * We went to the pond to listen for spring peepers.
Advanced Usage
- Collective Noun: A group of these frogs is often referred to as a "chorus" of spring peepers, emphasizing their collective singing.
- The chorus of spring peepers was deafening near the marsh.
Variants and Related Words
- Peepers (n., informal): A common shortened, plural form used colloquially to refer to these frogs.
- The peepers are loud tonight!
- Chorus Frog: A broader common name for frogs in the genus, which includes the spring peeper.
Synonyms
- Tree Toad (an older, less specific common name)
- Pseudacris crucifer (the scientific binomial name)
Related Phrases
- Spring peeper call: The specific vocalization made by the frog.
- You can identify it by its distinctive spring peeper call.
- Spring peeper season: The early spring period when these frogs are most active and vocal.
- Photographers love spring peeper season.
Noun
- a small brown tree toad having a shrill call heard near wetlands of eastern United States and Canada in early spring