Desert tree frog
A species of Australasian treefrogs, Also known as Naked tree frog Scientific name : Litoria rubella Genus : Australasian treefrogs
Desert tree frog, A species of Australasian treefrogs
Also known as:
Naked tree frog
Scientific name: Litoria rubella
Genus: Australasian treefrogs
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Description
The desert tree frog or little red tree frog (Litoria rubella) is a tree frog native to Australia, southern New Guinea, and Timor (East Timor and Indonesia). It is one of Australia's most widely distributed frogs, inhabiting northern Australia, including desert regions and much of temperate eastern Australia. It is one of the few Australian tree frogs to inhabit arid, tropical, and temperate climates.
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Lifespan
6-8 years
Diet
Desert tree frog predominantly feeds on small insects, favoring the class of arthropods known as Arachnida. Specialized nocturnal hunters, they also consume crickets, beetles, and fly larvae.
AdultSize
medium
Appearance
Desert tree frog is a small to medium-sized tree frog, having a smooth skin texture. It mainly exhibits brown to coppery tones and holds a distinctive dark-coloured 'X' marking on its back. The male variant is smaller in size compared to the female. Desert tree frog lacks any prominent facial features, horns, or significant tail. Its appearance remains relatively consistent across all ages and genders, with no recorded subspecies.
Behavior
Desert tree frog is principally nocturnal, spending daylight hours in sheltered, concealed areas. Its primary foraging technique is ambush predation, sitting still until prey comes within striking distance. A solitary creature, upon feeling threatened, desert tree frog employs the distinctive posture of extending its hind legs and body to appear larger and deter predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Australasian treefrogs Species
Desert tree frog 
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