Mexican Tree Frog
Mexican tree frog is a species of frog found in Mexico, United States and Costa Rica. The species is nocturnal.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Amphibia |
Order | Anura |
Family | Hylidae |
Genus | Smilisca |
Scientific Name | Smilisca baudinii |
Other Names | Common mexican tree frog, Baudin’s tree frog, Van Vliet’s frog |
Size | 5-7 cm (2-2.75 in) |
Color | Usually brown-gray with dark brown non-uniform blotching; light gray or white underside with distinctive dark bandings on the legs |
Distribution | United States, Mexico, Costa Rica |
Habitat | Lightly forested areas close to permanent sources of water |
Diet | Invertebrates particularly insects and spiders |
Predators | Snakes |
Breeding Season | Any time of the year after sufficient rainfall |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | Around 2480 eggs |
Average Lifespan | Up to 6.3 years in captivity |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |