This frog is known by various intriguing names, adding to its mystique in the world of amphibians. While they are commonly referred to as Mission golden-eyed tree frogs, they are also recognized as Amazon milk frogs due to their association with the rainforest, which is often called the “Amazon,” and their milk-like toxin secretion.
These frogs are expert tree-dwellers, predominantly inhabiting the canopy of the lush rainforest. They are rarely found on the forest floor, as they prefer the heights of the trees.
Mission golden-eyed tree frogs are opportunistic predators, consuming a diet that consists of anything they can catch and swallow, much like their fellow frog species. Their diet primarily comprises insects, which are abundant in the canopy.
A unique feature of these frogs is their milky secretion, which gives them their “milk frog” moniker. When under stress or threatened, these frogs exude a milky toxin from their skin. This secretion serves as a defense mechanism against potential predators, deterring them with its noxious properties. This defensive adaptation is where the “milk” in their common name originates, serving as a reminder of the remarkable adaptations that help these frogs survive in the complex and diverse ecosystems of the Amazon Rainforest.
Distribution
Bolivia
Brazil
Colombia
Ecuador
French Guiana
Guyana
Peru
Suriname
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Terrestrial / Aquatic
Altricial / Precocial
Polygamous / Monogamous
Dimorphic (size) / Monomorphic
Active: Diurnal / Nocturnal
Social behavior: Solitary / Pack / Herd
Diet: Carnivore / Herbivore / Omnivore / Piscivorous / Insectivore
Migratory: Yes / No
Domesticated: Yes / No
Dangerous: Yes / No
