Walker's tree frog
A species of Wastebasket Scientific name : Hyla walkeri Genus : Wastebasket
Walker's tree frog, A species of Wastebasket
Scientific name: Hyla walkeri
Genus: Wastebasket
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Description
Walker's tree frog (Hyla walkeri) is a species of frog in the family Hylidae found in Guatemala and Mexico. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, and intermittent freshwater marshes. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Walker's tree frog subsists primarily on insects, displaying a preference for small, soft-bodied types. These include aphids, midge larvae, and tiny crustaceans, all of which constitute a significant part of its diet.
Appearance
Walker's tree frog is a small-sized frog with a robust, well-defined body structure. Its skin, usually a vibrant lime green, can occasionally feature hints of red or yellow. It possesses oval, copper-coloured eyes with horizontal pupils. Conspicuous in males are dark brown vocal sacs. With sharper color contrast in mature individuals, the juveniles tend to have a more subdued, dull coloration.
Behavior
Walker's tree frog is a largely nocturnal and arboreal species that primarily relies on insectivorous feeding habits. It is known for its unique territorial call, utilized during mating season as a form of acoustic communication. Its solitary nature and adaptive coloring contribute to its camouflage, aiding survival within its rainforest habitat.
Population
Decreasing
Photo By Ruth Percino Daniel , used under CC-BY-SA-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Wastebasket Species
Walker's tree frog