Small-headed Tree Frog

Dendropsophus microcephalus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Anura · Hylidae

About

Dendropsophus microcephalus is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is found in southeastern Mexico, Central America, and northern South America in Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad and Tobago, the Guianas, and northern Brazil. This widespread species might actually be a species complex. Its common names include yellow treefrog, small-headed treefrog, and yellow cricket treefrog.

Fun Fact

Breeding takes place in temporary and permanent pools.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in disturbed or altered habitats at foothills and low elevations in secondary forests and pasture grasslands or cut-over forests.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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