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Size: up to 5.5 inches SVL* – This is one of
the largest tree frogs in the world and females are significantly
bigger than males. This tree frog has large toe pads
and granular skin that is extremely variable in colour
and pattern consisting of varying shades of green, gray
and brown. Vocalization is a raspy, low croak. Eggs are
laid in water. Habitat is fresh water ponds for breeding,
however, this frog is frequently found resting above
ground in tree cavities and often on tree trunks and
the undersides of leaves and under eaves on the sides
of buildings, especially where some moisture is available
such as near cisterns. Also called “bullfrogs,” they
are active at night. They have some tolerance for brackish
water, shows less endemicism and appears to have crossed
saltwater barriers more easily than some other species.
It feeds entirely on insects. |
