Amazon Milk Frog

Trachycephalus resinifictrix

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Anura · Hylidae

About

The Mission golden-eyed tree frog or Amazon milk frog is a large species of arboreal frog native to the Amazon rainforest in South America. It is sometimes referred to as the blue milk frog due to a sticky, milk-like substance that they produce when feeling threatened. It was first discovered along the Maracanã River in Brazil. This species was previously within the genus Phrynohyas, which was recently synonymized with Trachycephalus.

Fun Fact

It is sometimes referred to as the blue milk frog due to a sticky, milk-like substance that they produce when feeling threatened.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the tropical rain forests of South America.

Diet

Diet of insects in captivity.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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