treefrogs

Sticky-toed croakers

Treefrogs are small amphibians adapted for life in trees, with adhesive toe pads that allow them to climb vertical surfaces and cling to leaves.

Found worldwide in tropical and temperate regions, they are typically slender with long limbs and large eyes.

Most species are nocturnal and known for their distinctive calls during breeding season.

The treefrogs were so loud after the rain we could barely hear each other.

biology

amphibian

Dual-habitat cold-blooded vertebrate

larvae · gills · ectothermic · herpetology · nocturnal · carnivorous · species · breeding · eggs · skin

calls

croak

Harsh guttural sound

peep · chorus · vocalization · call · mating · song · sound · throat · night · serenade

habitat

canopy

Overhead protective covering

woodland · leaves · foliage · understory · bark · perch · tropical · jungle · wetland · pond

species

red-eyed

Having irritated, pinkish eyes

Cuban · Australian · barking · dumpy · clown · flying

camouflage

coloration

Surface hue arrangement

concealment · adaptation · blend · pattern · disguise · survival · predation · pigment · skin · markings

Opposites
habitat preference

treefrogstoads

Warty tailless amphibians

bullfrogs · leopard frogs

Family

treefrog

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G