The plains leopard frog enjoys arid regions of the plains and prairies. It can be found along streams and ponds in western Indiana to southeast South Dakota and eastern Colorado. The plains leopard frog is stocky and usually brown in color. It has a distinct light line along the upper jaw and a dark spot on the snout. The tympanum is equal or slightly larger than the eye, often with a light spot in the center.
Dorsolateral folds are inset medially and interrupted just anterior to the groin.
The groin and ventral surface of the thighs are considerably yellow in color. The area around the cloaca is covered with tubercles. The plains leopard frog feeds on a variety of insects. They mostly use the sit and wait strategy. Once prey items have been sighted, they will stalk and seize them.