Costa Rica: Red Eyed Tree Frog

Red-Eyed Leaf (Tree) Frog (Agalychnis callidryas)Spahish Name: Rana Ojos Rojos has become a symbol of the rain forest. The namesake huge red eyes, long, narrow body, and distinct coloration make this tree frog stand out among other species. The frog's back is a bright green to help it blend into the treetops when the frog is sitting still. When it moves, it exposes bright orange hands and feet that have large, sticky finger disks, and dark blue thighs with white or cream vertical bars. When the frog sleeps, it rests on its white belly, keeping its bright hands and thighs folded out of sight. When the frog is startled, the flashes of bright color confuse its attacker as the frog escapes. The Red-Eyed Tree Frog feeds on moths, crickets, and other insects that are active at night. Adult females, at 51-71 mm, can be nearly twice the size of males, which are 30-59 mm.

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