Brazilian coastal treefrog
A species of Fitzinger neotropical treefrogs Scientific name : Dendropsophus decipiens Genus : Fitzinger neotropical treefrogs
Brazilian coastal treefrog, A species of Fitzinger neotropical treefrogs
Scientific name: Dendropsophus decipiens
Genus: Fitzinger neotropical treefrogs
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Description
Dendropsophus decipiens is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is endemic to eastern Brazil between the Pernambuco and Rio de Janeiro states, or following IUCN, between the Maranhão and São Paulo states. It is also known as Brazilian coastal treefrog.
General Info
Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
Brazilian coastal treefrog follows a primarily insectivorous diet. Specific food sources include various types of small insects, particularly those within the mosquito and moth families, which it actively hunts at night.
Appearance
Brazilian coastal treefrog is a petite amphibian noted for its smooth skin, which varies from greenish to yellowish-brown. It showcases a distinct purplish hue on the back, decorated with scattered black spots. Its eyes, adorned with horizontal rectangular pupils, are large in proportion to its slender body. Males come with a vocal sac and are visually smaller than females, but overall variations among ages or subspecies are minimal.
Behavior
Brazilian coastal treefrog displays nocturnal, arboreal behavior, largely existing and mating in water-laden tree hollows. This species is renowned for its distinctive reproductive mode, laying eggs in tree holes amidst rainwater as a protective measure. A solitary creature, brazilian coastal treefrog demonstrates mating territorialism marked by unique vocalization. Aquatic larval ensuing the egg's hatching further manifests brazilian coastal treefrog's adaption to its wetland habitats.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Species
Brazilian coastal treefrog 
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