The Magnificent Red-eyed Tree Frog

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13 Sep 2012 Nicaragua


Red-eyed tree frog.

The red-eyed tree frog is one of my favorite animals. Contrary to popular belief, it is not toxic or dangerous.

The red-eyed tree frog lives in Central America and the Pacific coast of Colombia. It is bred widely in captivity for the pet trade and is not endangered.

This frog’s red eyes are thought to be a defensive mechanism to startle predators.

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