Ridged tree frog
A species of Wastebasket Scientific name : Hyla plicata Genus : Wastebasket
Ridged tree frog, A species of Wastebasket
Scientific name: Hyla plicata
Genus: Wastebasket
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Description General Info
Description
The ridged tree frog (Hyla plicata) is a species of frog in the family Hylidae endemic to Mexico. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, rivers, intermittent freshwater marshes, rural gardens, heavily degraded former forests, and ponds.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Ridged tree frog primarily has an insectivorous diet, predominantly consuming a variety of arthropods such as spiders, beetles, and caterpillars. The species also exhibit a unique cannibalistic preference for smaller specimens of its own tribe.
Behavior
Ridged tree frog primarily exhibits nocturnal and arboreal behaviors. Its notable masterful use of vocalizations for mating and territory defence enriched by its advanced climbing abilities. Single in most circumstances, ridged tree frog only interacts with others during mating season, indicating a predominantly solitary lifestyle. Its survival adaptations also include exceptional camouflage to blend with leafy environments.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Wastebasket Species
Ridged tree frog 
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