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Agalychnis callidryas
These iconic rain-forest amphibians sleep by day stuck to leaf-bottoms with their eyes closed and body markings covered. When disturbed, they flash their bulging red eyes and reveal their huge, webbed orange feet and bright blue-and-yellow flanks. This technique, called startle coloration, may give a bird or snake pause, offering a precious instant for the frog to spring to safety.
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Frogs are so variable and incredibly beautiful. Beautiful images Cody.c.
Nice series. I love picture #4 where he's gotten onto your camera!