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The Red-Eyed Tree Frog
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
The average size is no more than
three inches. The Red-eyed Tree
Frog is bright green with a sky blue
belly. The hands and feet are bright
orange. They are known for their
bright red eyes.
ADAPTATIONS:
They have many adaptive features. The long limbs on these
frogs are better suited for climbing than swimming. Another
feature is the sucker pads on the end of each digit. These
pads allow the frogs to stick to various objects and provides
better traction on wet leaves and branches.
HABITAT:
They are mostly found in the rainforest of central America.
This species of frog is a tree dweller and they are excellent
jumpers. These frogs rarely go on the ground. They are
completely nocturnal.
DIET:
Red-eyed Tree Frogs are carnivores and their diet consist of
any animal that will fit in their mouths, even other frogs!
INTERESTING FACT:
Red-eyed Tree Frogs are not endangered nor threatened.
Adapted from Red-Eyed Tree Frogs, Honolulu Zoo, 2003
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