Mexican Tree Frog

Smilisca baudinii

The Mexican Tree Frog is a large tree frog found at the northern edge of its range in southern Texas and Arizona. It produces a loud, duck-like call and may be heard calling during and after heavy rains.

Habitat

Tropical and subtropical forests near ponds and streams

Diet

Insects and other small invertebrates

How common

Uncommon

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