Amphibian
Ranoidea caerulea
Ranoidea caeruleaAlso known as White's Tree Frog, Dumpy Tree Frog, Green Tree Frog
Australian green tree frogs are renowned for their calm demeanor and habit of settling inside moist suburban locations such as downpipes, tanks, and outdoor bathrooms. Their skin secretes antibacterial and antiviral peptides that help shield them from infections and retain hydration during dry spells. During warm summer rains, males gather around ephemeral pools and water tanks to produce a deep, rhythmic barking call.
NocturnalAmphibianArboreal
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & preyInsects, Spiders, Small frogs
Predators
- Tree snakes
- Birds of prey
- Feral cats
ThreatsChytrid fungus infection, habitat destruction, and vehicle collisions
HabitatsSclerophyll forests, woodlands, wetlands, and suburban gardens
Life span12–20 years
Classification
- OrderAnura
- FamilyPelodryadidae
- GenusRanoidea
- SpeciesRanoidea caerulea
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
- Suburban Habitats: Inspect moist crevices, empty plant pots, and outdoor sink drains after dusk to spot them.
- Skin Care: Avoid touching them with bare hands, as human soaps and lotions absorb rapidly through their permeable skin.
Competitor (c) Connor Margetts, some rights reserved (CC BY), uploaded by Connor Margetts · cc-by
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Close Relative Evan Pickett / CC BY-SA 4.0 · cc-by-sa
Close Relative JJ Harrison (https://www.jjharrison.com.au/) / CC BY-SA 3.0 · cc-by-sa
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