Waxy Monkey Tree Frog
Waxy monkey tree frog is a large, robust species of frog found in central South America. The species is nocturnal. Females are larger than males. Unlike most of other species of frog, it moves by walking rather than hopping.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Lissamphibia |
| Order | Anura |
| Family | Hylidae |
| Subfamily | Phyllomedusinae |
| Genus | Phyllomedusa |
| Scientific Name | Phyllomedusa sauvagii |
| Other Names | Waxy monkey frog or painted-bellied tree frog |
| Size | 2 to 3 in (5.1 to 7.6 cm) |
| Color | Muted green with bright white lower lip; white spots and stripes in random on the underside |
| Distribution | Argentina, Paraguay, Bolivia, and Brazil |
| Habitat | Savanna, shrub land and forested areas |
| Diet | A variety of insects |
| Breeding Season | Rainy season |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Average Lifespan | Up to 8 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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