Squirrel Tree Frog
Scientific Name – Hyla squirella
Classification – Hylidae
Baby Name – Tadpole, polliwog, froglet
Collective Noun – Army, colony
Average Length – Around 1.5 in
Life Expectancy – Around 8.5 years in captivity
Breeding Season – Between April and August
Incubation Period – Not known
Metamorphosis Period – Around 45 days
Special Features – Possesses large toe pads that helps it to cling to trees; color range from green to varying shades of yellow or brown with dark spots ; a white stripe runs from under the eyes along the jaw
Family Unit – Not known
Geographical Distribution – Southeastern United States
World Population – Stable
Conservation Status – Least Concern
Natural Habitat – Gardens, brush areas, trees, woods, vines
Diet – Ants, beetles, crickets, termites, spiders, other small invertebrates
Predators – Not known