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Cuban Tree Frog
Osteopilus septentrionalis
28.5421, -81.379
Field Notes
Description:
The largest tree frog of North America. Nocturnal, tree-dwelling. Highly variable in color. Tan with pretty design darker brown markings. Big eyes. 2 inches long (5.08 cm) Eats most anything that can fit in its mouth including insects, spiders, snakes, snails, lizards, etc. Mates all year round. Secrets a toxic mucous for defense, so do not handle.
Habitat:
Gardens, Trees, Grass, Sidewalk area of Wilderness Lodge near Bay Lake (Disney World)
Notes:
Native to Cuba and Bahamas and now in Florida. Invasive species, but sure cute.
Reference Links:
Cuban tree frog
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Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedJune 1, 2013
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