Italian Tree Frog

Hyla intermedia

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Anura · Hylidae

About

The Italian tree frog is a species of frog in the family Hylidae, found in Italy, Slovenia, Switzerland, and possibly San Marino. Its natural habitats are temperate forests, rivers, intermittent rivers, freshwater marshes, intermittent freshwater marshes, arable land, and urban areas. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

In the breeding season, dominant males establish territories near a pond, paddy field, or other area of water and advertise themselves by calling.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in lowland woods, forests, mountain valleys and wet habitats such as reed beds, at altitudes of up to 1,855 metres (6,086 ft).

Diet

Feeds on small invertebrates such as flies, mosquitoes and midges.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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