Bleating Tree Frog
The bleating tree frog is famous for its loud call that is torturous for human ears. The male frogs of the species turn yellow during the breeding phase. The frog is also kept as a pet.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Amphibia |
Order | Anura |
Family | Hylidae |
Genus | Litoria |
Scientific Name | Litoria dentata |
Other Names | Keferstein’s tree frog |
Size | Around 1.7 in (45 mm) |
Color | Pale or dark brown dorsal part, two vertical bands on each side, dark stripe area between the snout and tympanum, ventral side is light cream |
Distribution | Coastal region of eastern Australia |
Habitat | Swamps, coastal lagoons, ponds, and farmlands |
Diet | Invertebrates and insects |
Breeding Season | Late spring or summer |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |