Pine woods tree frog
A species of Wastebasket Scientific name : Hyla femoralis Genus : Wastebasket
Pine woods tree frog, A species of Wastebasket
Scientific name: Hyla femoralis
Genus: Wastebasket
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Description
The pine woods tree frog (Hyla femoralis), is a species of frog in the Hylidae family, endemic to the southeastern United States.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Pine woods tree frog maintains an insectivorous diet. In particular, its main food source is arthropods, with a preference for spiders, ants, and small beetles. This species also occasionally feeds on other small invertebrates.
Appearance
Pine woods tree frog is a small tree frog, sporting a slim, smooth-skinned body. Females are larger than males, averaging about 60 mm in length. Its skin displays variable colors, typically a background of green or gray with gold, red, or brown speckling. Notable features are the undersized toe discs and conspicuous thigh markings. Its eyes are bright amber, framed by a dark, mask-like line extending from the nostrils to the shoulders.
Behavior
Pine woods tree frog is largely a nocturnal and arboreal species, resting in vegetative areas by day and foraging for food at night. They exhibit solitary tendencies, especially during mating seasons when males communicate through distinct, repetitive calls to establish territorial boundaries while attracting females. Interestingly, pine woods tree frog can adjust its mating calls to overcome ambient noise.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Wastebasket Species
Pine woods tree frog 
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