Porto Alegre Golden-eyed Tree Frog
Trachycephalus mesophaeus
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyHylidae (Hylid Tree Frogs)
- GenusTrachycephalus (Golden-eyed Tree Frogs)
- SpeciesTrachycephalus mesophaeus (Porto Alegre Golden-eyed Tree Frog)
About the Porto Alegre Golden-eyed Tree Frog
Trachycephalus mesophaeus is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is endemic to eastern Brazil and occurs in the Atlantic Forest between Pernambuco and Rio Grande do Sul, extending inland to central Minas Gerais. It is found at elevations below 800 m (2,600 ft). Common name Porto Alegre golden-eyed treefrog has been coined for it, Porto Alegre being its type locality.
Trachycephalus mesophaeus occurs in primary and secondary forest and forest edge on vegetation near waterbodies. Breeding is explosive and takes place in both temporary and permanent ponds. The egg clutches float on the water.
Trachycephalus mesophaeus is an abundant species that can be threatened by clear cutting and water pollution. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Porto Alegre Golden-eyed Tree Frog in Chapada Diamantina National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chapada Diamantina National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 2 | Serra dos Órgãos National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Porto Alegre Golden-eyed Tree Frog in Chapada Diamantina National Park?
About 30% of wildlife watchers report a Porto Alegre Golden-eyed Tree Frog sighting in Chapada Diamantina National Park, based on 11 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Porto Alegre Golden-eyed Tree Frog in Chapada Diamantina National Park?
March has the highest sighting rate for Porto Alegre Golden-eyed Tree Frog in Chapada Diamantina National Park in our monthly data.