A small arboreal amphibian native to tropical regions of Central and South America, characterized by its distinctive triangular head shape and tree-dwelling behavior.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical rainforest canopies, humid forest edges, and vegetation near streams and small water bodies in regions spanning from southern Mexico to northern Argentina
Ecological Role
Critical in controlling insect populations, serving as both predator and prey in complex tropical ecosystem food webs
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with variable coloration including green, brown, and gray camouflage patterns
LIMBS WINGSLong, slender hindlimbs with extensive webbing between toes for climbing and leaping
HEAD SENSORYTriangular-shaped head with large, prominent eyes and excellent peripheral vision
BODY STRUCTURESmall frog, typically 25-35 mm in body length, with slender limbs and adapted toe pads for climbing
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Pavel Kirillov
