Sanborn's tree frog
A species of Fitzinger neotropical treefrogs Scientific name : Dendropsophus sanborni Genus : Fitzinger neotropical treefrogs
Sanborn's tree frog, A species of Fitzinger neotropical treefrogs
Scientific name: Dendropsophus sanborni
Genus: Fitzinger neotropical treefrogs
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Description
Dendropsophus sanborni is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Its natural habitats are moist savanna, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, freshwater marshes, intermittent freshwater marshes, plantations, ponds, and canals and ditches.
General Info
Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
The diet of sanborn's tree frog predominantly comprises small invertebrates. Its specialized feeding strategy involves tactically hunting nocturnal insects, particularly moths and spiders, employing active foraging behaviors under jungle canopy.
Appearance
Sanborn's tree frog is a small frog, with a slender body and smooth skin. Its size ranges from 1 to 1.5 inches in length. The frog is distinguished by its light yellow body often mottled with dark brown or black spots. It has a pointed snout, large rounded eyes, and long legs adapted for climbing. The species displays no notable sexual dimorphism or variations with age.
Behavior
Sanborn's tree frog exhibits nocturnal and arboreal behavior, being most active during night and residing predominantly on trees. This solitary species is marked for its unique breeding strategy consisting of floating spawn, laid on the water surface. Acoustic signals serve important function in territory delimitation and mating rituals, with unique call contributing to survival in its aquatic habitats.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Species
Sanborn's tree frog 
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