Amphibian

Middle Eastern Tree Frog

Hyla savignyi

Also known as Savigny's Tree Frog, Lemon-yellow Tree Frog, Middle East Tree Frog

Capable of changing skin tone from vivid green to lemon yellow or earthy brown depending on temperature and light, Middle Eastern tree frogs are master navigators of vegetated wetlands. Males gather along stream banks and irrigation ditches after sunset, producing vibrant choruses that carry across open agricultural landscapes. Adhesive toe pads allow them to climb high into reeds and orchard foliage in search of small prey.

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Least ConcernConservation status

Key facts

Diet & preyMoths, Flies, Spiders

Predators

Herons
Snakes
Small mammals

ThreatsWetland destruction, water pollution, pesticide accumulation

HabitatsWetlands, stream banks, orchards, agricultural fields

Life span5–8 years

Classification

FamilyHylidae
SpeciesHyla savignyi

Range & activity

Range data is not available yet.

Safe observation

Interaction riskLow

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Why interaction risk is low: Safe to observe at a normal distance.
What to notice: Recognizable as a tiny green frog with circular toe pads and a dark stripe running from nostril through the eye.
Support conservation: Observe quietly from shoreline margins without trampling reed beds or entering breeding waters.

Responsible observation

Night observation: Use a dimmed red flashlight around pond margins to avoid startling calling adults.
Listen for calls: Locate hidden males during spring evenings by following their rhythmic croaking.
Avoid direct contact: Keep hands clean and unwashed with synthetic soaps to protect sensitive skin.

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