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Hyla squirella
Small, delicate, with smooth skin. Often referred to as a ‘chameleon,’ they are highly variable in coloration and pattern. They can be green or brown, or both, often (but not always) with a spot or dark bar between eyes. There also may be a light stripe along the body, which may continue half-way or all the way to the posterior part of the body. Eyes are bright orange-yellow or bronze. Best method for identification is to eliminate all other possible species first.
Common in many habitats such as: buildings, bushes, trees, vines, fields, gardens, almost anywhere close to moisture, food, and a hiding place.
Of all the treefrogs of N.America, this one has possibly the greatest power for rapid color change, and presents the greatest variety of colors and shades of color, wearing an array of costumes. These changes take place under the influence of various stimuli such as moisture, heat, and light. Quick and difficult to catch.
Spotted on May 29, 2012
Submitted on May 30, 2012
3 Comments
CoastalJHawk,
Not a big deal, it does happen. I have had to go through my spottings as well and edit the missions as I quickly select the missions and when doing so sometimes click one that doesn't correspond by accident. I definitely understand! :-)
Hey Brandon, sorry I accidentally hit the habitat mission and for some reason my edit didn't go through. I'll try again. Although, I'm lucky to have these little guys all over the place being so close to a wooded area with a lot of swampy land.
Can you tell us if you found this in your garden/backyard habitat, and maybe a little more about the habitat and what you have done to promote the treefrogs habitation of the area?