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This bill designates the spring peeper (Pseudacris crucifer), a small tree frog species native to Maine, as the official state amphibian. By amending Maine Revised Statutes Annotated (MRSA) Title 1, Section 232, the legislation formally recognizes this specific amphibian as a symbolic representation of the state's natural wildlife. Spring peepers are tiny frogs (typically less than an inch long) known for their loud, high-pitched mating calls that are often heard in wetlands and wooded areas during spring evenings, making them a recognizable and beloved part of Maine's ecosystem. This type of symbolic designation is common in state legislatures, where official state animals, birds, and other symbols are chosen to celebrate local natural heritage and raise awareness about native wildlife.

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https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=72&snum=132