Red-Eyed Tree Frog

General Information

Red-eyed tree frogs grow to be 5–7.5 cm long, with females typically being larger than males. They are easily recognised by their bright green bodies, vivid red eyes and orange feet. Their large toe pads help them climb and grip leaves and branches, making them well adapted to life in the trees.

Red-eyed tree frogs are carnivorous and feed mainly on insects such as crickets, flies, moths, and beetles, although they will also eat spiders and other small invertebrates. They are nocturnal hunters, using their excellent vision and quick reflexes to catch prey.

Latin name – Agalychnis callidryas
Class – Amphibia
Family – Phyllomedusidae
IUCN Status – Least Concern
Habitat – Tropical rainforests, particularly near ponds and slow-moving streams
Distribution – Central America, from southern Mexico to northern Colombia