It’s that time of year: spring in Indiana! The spring peepers are coming out of the woodwork, and you may already be able to hear some spring peepers sound long into the night. If there’s anything that makes the world seem normal right now, it’s the changing of the seasons, and this Indiana state frog certainly signifies the coming of a good one. You may be wondering “what are peepers?” Right about now. Well, luckily we are here to let you know all about them! Scroll on for more details about spring peepers in Indiana.

The first sign of Spring for many people in the Hoosier State is the sound of spring peepers, which usually begin their chorus in April or early May.
Flickr/Judy Gallagher
Shortly after the hibernation season, males begin to send out a high-pitched signal to the females, which can typically be heard at night. The loudest and fastest songs are most successful at attracting mates.
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Spring peepers lay their eggs near water and so can typically be heard loudest near ponds, rivers, lakes, and other bodies of water.
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These frogs are best noticed by the X on their backs and are typically brown or dark green. They weigh about as much as a quarter and are less than an inch long.
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They eat spiders, flies, ants, and beetles and can be preyed upon by larger animals. They are most at risk when they are in their larval stage.
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If you reside out in the country, it won't be long before the soothing song of these frogs will fill the night air just like it does every year.
Flickr/Andy Reago & Chrissy McClarren
Even if you don't like frogs, you probably enjoy their song. For something so small, they certainly know how to come together to create something grand.
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Learn more about the incredible spring peeper when you watch the brief video below:

Do spring peepers live in Indiana? They sure do! Have you heard the spring peepers yet? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us in the comments.

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Tori Jane | March 08, 2022

What is spring like in Indiana?  

  • Spring is, well, a tumultuous time of year. On one hand, temperatures are finally rising, some of our favorite birds like hummingbirds are beginning to return, and everything is in brilliant bloom, guaranteeing some amazing hikes in the weeks ahead. On the other hand, the weather can be super finicky at this time of year; you know the old saying “If you don’t like the weather, wait 15 minutes and it’ll change”? Well, that’s definitely applicable to Indiana, because it sure does feel like a rollercoaster ride at times. We’ll have beautifully warm days perfect for going outside and exploring, and then the very next day (sometimes the same day), we’ll get blizzard conditions and several inches of fresh snow. We’ll have snowstorms, but we’ll also have the occasional tornado. Spring is a great time of year in Indiana as long as you don’t mind rapid changes – sometimes even during the course of one afternoon! But don’t get us wrong – Spring in Indiana is still a delightful time of year.  

 

What are some of the best things about spring in Indiana?  

  • Wildflowers blooming
  • Thawing lakes and waterfalls
  • Hiking trails opening up.

 

Given the doom and gloom of the last paragraph, we’re glad you asked! The best things about spring in Indiana include awesome things like, hey, at least we know the worst of the winter temperatures are behind us, and despite some straggler snow events, we can count on carpets of wildflowers beginning to spread across our forest floors once more. Frozen waterfalls and lakes begin to thaw, a precursor to epic summertime shenanigans ahead. Lots of hiking trails that closed for the winter in autumn last year are now beginning to reopen, and peaceful spring rains seem to rejuvenate the very soul of the Hoosier State. Seasonal campgrounds are also reopening, offering hope for the epic camping season ahead. Need some ideas? 

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