A small arboreal frog species native to Central and South America, characterized by its diminutive head relative to body size and adaptations for tree-dwelling life.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical forests, primarily in humid lowland and montane regions, frequently found in vegetation near water sources such as streams, ponds, and small forest clearings at elevations between 0-1500 meters.
Ecological Role
Critical component of forest ecosystem, serving as both predator of small invertebrates and prey for larger animals, contributing to biodiversity and ecological balance in neotropical forest environments.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, thin skin with variable coloration including green, brown, and gray tones for camouflage
LIMBS WINGSSlender limbs with specialized toe pads for arboreal climbing, four fingers and five toes with adhesive discs
HEAD SENSORYLarge, prominent eyes with horizontal pupils, well-developed tympanum, short snout
BODY STRUCTURESmall body size, typically 20-30 mm in length, slender build with proportionally small head
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Medeiros L, Lourenço L, Rossa-Feres D, Lima A, Andrade G, Giaretta A, Egito G, Recco-Pimentel S
