Splendid leaf frog
A species of Cruziohyla Scientific name : Cruziohyla calcarifer Genus : Cruziohyla
Splendid leaf frog, A species of Cruziohyla
Scientific name: Cruziohyla calcarifer
Genus: Cruziohyla
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Description
Splendid leaf frog exhibit an arboreal lifestyle, predominantly occupying the dense tree canopies of the Central and South American rainforests. This species is zoophagous, greatly affecting insect populations in these areas due to their nocturnal feeding habits. Additionally, splendid leaf frog displays an intriguing mating ritual involving complex visual and acoustic signals, a behavior crucial for successful reproduction given their dense habitat.
General Info
Lifespan
10-12 years
Diet
Splendid leaf frog is a species with insectivorous feeding habits, specializing in capturing terrestrial and arboreal insects. Its diet includes beetles, spiders, and other small invertebrates hunted during its nocturnal activities.
Appearance
Splendid leaf frog is a medium-sized frog with a robust, streamlined body, smooth skin, and long, slender limbs. Its primary coloration is a vibrant mix of green and blue, while its belly is mottled white. Unique markings on its back and legs mimic leaf veins, offering excellent camouflage in its forest habitat. Adult males often develop extensive webbing between their toes. No significant differences in appearance occur with age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Splendid leaf frog is a nocturnal, arboreal species. It adopts a strategy of crypsis for survival, employing its camouflaging skin to blend with foliage during daytime. Certain rhythms of movement imitate leaves swaying in the wind. Its territorial behavior is subtle and limited to vocal calls to portray dominance. Remarkably, splendid leaf frog practices an unusual reproductive behavior, laying eggs on leaves overhanging water to ensure tadpole safety upon hatching.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Cruziohyla Species
Splendid leaf frog 
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