Green Treefrog
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Green Treefrog
Hyla cinerea
The Green Treefrog is a small, bright green frog that loves to climb trees and bushes. They are known for their loud, cheerful croaks that can be heard at night, making them a fun part of nature's orchestra!
Habitat: Wetlands
Appearance
The Green Treefrog is bright lime green, sometimes olive or yellowish, with a distinct creamy-white stripe running along each side of its body. It has a smooth skin texture and large, round toe pads for climbing.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAmphibiaOrderAnuraFamilyHylidaeGenusDryophytes
Category
AmphibiansRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
57
Interesting facts
Green Treefrogs love to hang out on windows and porch lights at night.
Males have a throat sac that puffs up like a giant bubble when they call.
Their eyes are extra cool, with stunning, gold-colored irises.
They can "sing" extremely loudly, especially after a good rain!
Special abilities
Ability
Super Sticker Toes
Green Treefrog has special sticky toe pads that help them climb smooth surfaces and cling tightly to leaves and branches.
Ability
Chameleon Skin
Green Treefrog can change its skin color from green to brown or gray to camouflage itself against predators and hide from prey.
Ability
Water Sponge
Green Treefrog can absorb water directly through its skin from damp surfaces, allowing it to stay hydrated without drinking.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 3.8-6.4 cm
- Weight
- 0.005-0.01 kg
- Lifespan
- 2-6 years
- Top Speed
- 0.1 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 400-2000
- Metamorphosis
- 30-70 days
Diet & Feeding
These hungry frogs snack on various small insects and spiders they find in their habitat.
Age differences: Tadpoles are herbivorous, grazing on algae, while adults are carnivorous, eating insects.
Primary Foods
- Crickets
- Flies
- Moths
- Grasshoppers
- Spiders
- Small beetles
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
eats
Common Gartersnake
Thamnophis sirtalis
A predator of small frogs.
eats
Great Egret
Ardea alba
Wading bird that preys on frogs.
hunts
Yellow Fever Mosquito
Aedes aegypti
A primary insect prey for the frog.
shelters
Fragrant Water Lily
Nymphaea odorata
Frogs often rest and hide on their leaves.
eats
Green Alga
Chlorella vulgaris
Tadpoles graze on this type of algae.
Traits
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Camouflaged
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Wetland
This habitat trait identifies species found in wetlands, which are areas of land saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, including marshes, swamps, and bogs.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Also known as
Hyla
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always wash your hands after touching frogs, and be gentle if you see one!
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify Green Treefrog?
The easiest way to identify Green Treefrog is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
How long is Green Treefrog?
3.8-6.4 cm
How much does Green Treefrog weigh?
0.005-0.01 kg
How long does Green Treefrog live?
2-6 years
How fast can Green Treefrog move?
0.1 km/h
What does Green Treefrog eat?
These hungry frogs snack on various small insects and spiders they find in their habitat.
Where is Green Treefrog usually found?
Wetlands
How does Green Treefrog hunt?
Ambush
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Recent Snaps
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May 4, 2026
Tifton Commercial Historic Districti
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Sep 9, 2025
Marked Tree Lock and Siphonsi
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Sep 9, 2025
Marked Tree Lock and Siphonsi
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