Cloud forest stream frog
A species of Mountain stream frogs Scientific name : Ptychohyla euthysanota Genus : Mountain stream frogs
Cloud forest stream frog, A species of Mountain stream frogs
Scientific name: Ptychohyla euthysanota
Genus: Mountain stream frogs
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Description
The cloud forest stream frog (Ptychohyla euthysanota) is a species of frog in the family Hylidae found in El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, and possibly Honduras. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest, subtropical or tropical moist montane forest, and rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Cloud forest stream frog thrives on a diet primarily composed of small invertebrates, including insects. Diverse in their feeding habits, they have a predilection for soft-bodied prey like moths and mosquito larvae.
Appearance
Cloud forest stream frog is a moderate-sized frog with a smooth skin texture. Its main body coloration varies from dark olive to mossy green, often adorned with black spots. A distinctive feature includes its transparent undersides, giving an insight into its internal organs. Male individuals have vocal sacs on the sides of their throat. No significant differences are shown between age groups or subspecies.
Behavior
Cloud forest stream frog is largely arboreal, spending most of its time in trees near water sources. It displays nocturnal behavior, hunting and foraging for insects and small invertebrates during the night. This species is solitary, with each individual asserting a separate territory marked through vocalizations. Cloud forest stream frog's uniquely adapted hind legs allow for adept climbing and leaping, critical for its survival in the forested habitat.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Mountain stream frogs Species
Cloud forest stream frog 
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