Barking Tree Frog
Scientific Name – Hyla gratiosa
Classification – Hylidae
Baby Name – Tadpole, polliwog, froglet
Collective Noun – Army, colony
Average Length – 5 to 7 cm (2.0 to 2.8 in)
Life Expectancy – 7 to 12.5 years in captivity
Breeding Season – March to August
Incubation Period – Not known
Special Features – Possess dark, round markings on the dorsum; have noticeable round toe pads; males possesses a vocal sac; known for its various call
Family Unit – Solitary animal; no parental care is involved after the eggs are laid
Geographical Distribution – Southeastern United States
World Population – Unknown yet considered to be stable
Conservation Status – Least Concern
Natural Habitat – Coastal plain, wooded habitats, breeds in wetlands
Diet – Mainly insects
Predators – Fish, birds, snakes, raccoons