A small arboreal amphibian native to South America, characterized by its distinctive snout and tree-dwelling behavior
Image Gallery
ADSENSE SLOT
Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical forests, wetlands, and agricultural areas in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina, typically found in vegetation near water sources
Ecological Role
Plays crucial role in ecosystem as both predator and prey, controlling insect populations and serving as food source for larger predators
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with variable coloration ranging from brown to green, often with camouflage patterns
LIMBS WINGSElongated hindlimbs adapted for jumping, specialized toe pads for arboreal locomotion
HEAD SENSORYProminent, slightly upturned snout, large eyes with horizontal pupils, excellent night vision
BODY STRUCTURESmall frog, approximately 3-5 cm in length, slender body with well-developed toe discs for climbing
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Rhododendrites
