A medium-sized arboreal treefrog native to regions of Central and South America, characterized by its distinctive lance-shaped body and remarkable camouflage adaptations.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical rainforest canopies and humid forest edges in countries including Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Ecuador, and Venezuela, typically found at elevations between 100-1,500 meters above sea level.
Ecological Role
Critical component of tropical forest ecosystems, serving as both predator of small invertebrates and prey for larger predators, contributing to complex ecological food webs.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with color-changing capabilities ranging from green to brown for camouflage
LIMBS WINGSStrong, elongated hindlimbs with adhesive toe pads enabling precise climbing and gripping on vegetation
HEAD SENSORYLarge, protruding eyes with excellent binocular vision, wide mouth adapted for insectivorous diet
BODY STRUCTURESlender, lance-shaped body with length ranging 4-6 cm, streamlined for arboreal locomotion
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Pavel Kirillov from St.Petersburg, Russia
