A small arboreal amphibian endemic to Central American mountainous regions, characterized by its distinctive small ears and unique adaptive morphology for humid forest environments.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical montane forests at elevations between 900-2,500 meters, primarily in cloud forests and riparian zones of Guatemala and southern Mexico, with high humidity and dense vegetation
Ecological Role
Important indicator species for forest ecosystem health, plays crucial role in controlling insect populations and serving as prey for higher-order predators
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with potential color-changing capabilities for camouflage, predominantly green to brown coloration
LIMBS WINGSLong, slender limbs with adhesive toe pads for climbing and arboreal locomotion, specialized for gripping vegetation
HEAD SENSORYRelatively small tympanum, reduced ear size, large forward-facing eyes with excellent visual perception
BODY STRUCTURESmall, slender body with typical hylid tree frog proportions, body length approximately 30-40 mm
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: William L. Farr
