Giant Leaf Frog

These frogs inhabit drier parts of the treetops, where they prevent themselves from drying out by wiping wax, produced by special skin glands, over their bodies. Because of this, they are sometimes called waxy frogs. Eggs are laid on large leaves overhanging the water. As the eggs hatch, the tadpoles fall into the water to begin development.

Diet

Insects and other small live prey

Size

4–5 inches

Range

Giant leaf frogs occupy a large range within the Amazon rain forest.

Population Status

This species is not threatened.

Predators

Birds, snakes, and other frogs

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