Fauna
Amphibian

Common Southeast Asian Tree Frog

Polypedates leucomystax

Also known as Four-lined Tree Frog

The Common Southeast Asian Tree Frog is a slender climber with expanded toe pads and highly variable tan, brown, or striped patterning. After rain, males call near still water where pairs make foam nests on vegetation or structures above the surface.

Tree FrogFoam NestRain Caller
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & preyMoths, Crickets, Spiders
Predators
  • Snakes
  • Birds
  • Large frogs
ThreatsWetland loss, pesticide exposure, road mortality, disease, and introduced predators
HabitatsForest edge, scrub, wetlands, plantations, gardens, ditches, and urban ponds
Life spanCommonly several years; exact wild longevity is uncertain
  1. FamilyRhacophoridae
  2. SpeciesPolypedates leucomystax
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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Why interaction risk is low
Avoid touching frogs; skin oils and residues can harm amphibians.
Responsible observation
  • Timing: Listen around still water after warm rain.
  • Nest: Leave any white foam mass above water completely undisturbed.
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