Emerald Spotted Tree Frog
The emerald-spotted tree frog is a species that can change its color. It is expert in wall climbing and doesn’t prefer to live near water bodies. Because of the facial feature that gives it a smiling look, its other name is smiling frog.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Anura |
| Family | Hylidae |
| Genus | Litoria |
| Scientific Name | Litoria peronii |
| Other Names | Peron’s tree frog, maniacal cackle frog, laughing tree frog, and emerald-speckled tree frog |
| Size | Males: 1.7-2.0 in (4.4-5.3 cm), Females: 1.8-2.5 in (4.6-6.5 cm) |
| Color | Body is gray and brown, thighs, grin, armpits, and are yellow and black, back has emerald spots |
| Call | Crackling sound in high pitch, “cra-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-ah-ahhk” |
| Distribution | Australia |
| Habitat | Open areas, woodlands, forests, and shrub lands |
| Diet | Insects |
| Breeding Season | October- January |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
| Average Lifespan | 10-16 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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Published on September 14th 2019 by staff under Frogs. Article was last reviewed on 14th September 2019.
