A medium-sized arboreal treefrog species native to South America, characterized by distinctive emerald green eyes and vibrant coloration.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical forests of Brazil, particularly in humid rainforest and montane forest ecosystems, typically found in vegetation at 1-5 m elevation
Ecological Role
Key insectivore in forest ecosystems, contributing to arthropod population control and serving as prey for larger predators
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with potential color-changing abilities for camouflage
LIMBS WINGSLong, muscular hindlimbs adapted for jumping, specialized toe discs for arboreal locomotion
HEAD SENSORYLarge, prominent emerald-green eyes with excellent night vision, wide field of visual perception
BODY STRUCTURESlender body, approximately 4-6 cm in total length, with well-developed toe pads for climbing and gripping vegetation
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Bernard DUPONT from FRANCE
