Red-eyed tree frog

A charismatic frog is known for its beauty which can often be seen on all sorts of artwork throughout the world

Many biologists think that the red-eyed tree frog evolved its striking crimson eyes to startle predators into second-guessing their prey choice. Nictitating membranes on the eyes of red-eyed tree frogs keep them closed while sleeping. This membrane shields the frogs from danger while also allowing just enough light for them to see approaching predators.

They are not poisonous despite their striking coloring. This nocturnal carnivore mostly consumes insects during the night, such as grasshoppers, flies, moths, and crickets. The red-eyed tree frog eats even smaller frogs because it can fit anything in its mouth. Tree frogs with red eyes are not in danger. However, their environment is rapidly disappearing.

Distribution

Country
Population est.
Status
Year
Comments
Belize
2016
Colombia
2016
Costa Rica
2016
Guatemala
2016
Honduras
2016
Mexico
2016
Nicaragua
2016
Panama
2016

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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