A small arboreal amphibian endemic to the Andean regions of South America, characterized by its cryptic coloration and specialized habitat adaptation.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical montane forests and cloud forests at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters, typically found in dense vegetation, epiphyte-rich environments, and leaf litter of the Andean mountain ranges.
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in insect population control, serves as a bioindicator for ecosystem health, and contributes to complex tropical forest food webs.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth to slightly granular skin with variable brown, green, and gray camouflage patterns
LIMBS WINGSStrong, muscular hind limbs with adhesive toe pads for climbing vertical surfaces and arboreal locomotion
HEAD SENSORYLarge, prominent eyes with excellent night vision, short snout, well-developed tympanic membrane for sound reception
BODY STRUCTURESmall, compact body with adult size ranging 20-35 mm in length, slender limbs adapted for climbing and jumping
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Graham Wise from Brisbane, Australia
