Boeseman's snouted tree frog
A species of Snouted treefrogs Scientific name : Scinax boesemani Genus : Snouted treefrogs
Boeseman's snouted tree frog, A species of Snouted treefrogs
Scientific name: Scinax boesemani
Genus: Snouted treefrogs
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Description
Scinax boesemani is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is found in Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela, possibly Bolivia, possibly Colombia, and possibly Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and intermittent freshwater marshes. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
11-15 years
Diet
Boeseman's snouted tree frog predominantly feeds on insects, displaying a specific preference for ants and termites. It uses its adept tongue and fine-tuned hunting skills to capture its tiny but nutritious prey efficiently.
Appearance
Boeseman's snouted tree frog is a small-sized, slim-bodied frog with smooth skin and long legs. It boasts vibrant coloration, primarily yellowish-tan interspersed with irregular, dark green spots. A distinguishing, bright green stripe adorns its back. Although, like most frogs, it lacks any notable features such as horns or wings, its longitudinal dorsal stripe and vivid color scheme make it quite distinct. There's no significant appearance difference between ages or genders in this species.
Behavior
Boeseman's snouted tree frog is an arboreal amphibian with nocturnal tendencies, found active mainly during moist nights. Primarily solitary, it exhibits a unique territorial call to ward off rivals. Its survival behavior notably consists of expertly locating small bodies of water for reproduction. A surfeit of precipitation triggers its mating behavior, coupled with an intense vocal display.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Snouted treefrogs Species
Boeseman's snouted tree frog 
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