Orinoco lime tree frog
A species of Hatchet-faced tree frogs Scientific name : Sphaenorhynchus lacteus Genus : Hatchet-faced tree frogs
Orinoco lime tree frog, A species of Hatchet-faced tree frogs
Scientific name: Sphaenorhynchus lacteus
Genus: Hatchet-faced tree frogs
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Description
Sphaenorhynchus lacteus, the Orinoco lime treefrog or greater hatchet-faced treefrog, is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is a widely distributed species found in the Orinoco and Amazon basins in Venezuela, the Guianas (Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana), Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. It also occurs in Trinidad and Tobago.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Orinoco lime tree frog is a carnivorous species primarily feasting on small arthropods, especially insects. Their hunting strategy involves patiently waiting for a prey to pass by before snapping it up with a quick lunge.
Appearance
Orinoco lime tree frog is a medium-sized frog with a smooth, glossy skin texture. Its primary coloration is bright green, contrasting with cream-colored undersides and a pronounced black stripe running from eyes to groin. The species has exceptionally long, slender legs and a distinct cone-shaped snout. Males generally have larger vocal sacs, visible when they call.
Behavior
Orinoco lime tree frog predominantly exhibits aquatic behavior, using its long toes to maneuver in water where it hunts for insects. Noted to vocalize at night, orinoco lime tree frog are mostly solitary animals but form aggregations during the breeding season. This species does not generally display territorial habits.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Hatchet-faced tree frogs Species
Orinoco lime tree frog 
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