Moltrecht's Green Tree Frog
Zhangixalus moltrechti
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyRhacophoridae (Old World Tree Frogs)
- GenusZhangixalus (Green Flying Frogs)
- SpeciesZhangixalus moltrechti (Moltrecht's Green Tree Frog)
About the Moltrecht's Green Tree Frog
Zhangixalus moltrechti is a species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae. It is endemic to Taiwan, where it has a wide distribution in hilly areas. Common names Moltrecht's green treefrog, Moltrecht's treefrog, Taiwan treefrog, and Nantou flying frog have been coined for it.
The specific name moltrechti honors Arnold Moltrecht, a Latvian entomologist, lepidopterist, and ophthalmologist; while stationed in Vladivostok he also traveled and collected in Taiwan. Zhangixalus moltrechti is a medium-sized tree frog, females are 5–6 cm (2.0–2.4 in) in snout-vent length; males are slightly smaller, 3.6–4.2 cm (1.4–1.7 in). The finger and toe tips have well-developed discs. Skin is smooth. The overall coloration is green; some individuals have few white spots. The belly is white yellow. The hidden surfaces of the hind legs are red or orange with black spots. The iris is orange red.
Zhangixalus moltrechti occurs in forests, orchards, and tea plantations between 0 and 2500 meters above sea level. Breeding takes place in bodies of standing water, such as ponds, pools, cisterns, and blocked roadside ditches. The female frog lays eggs... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Moltrecht's Green Tree Frog in Taroko 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 | Taroko National Park | 🇹🇼 Taiwan |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Moltrecht's Green Tree Frog in Taroko National Park?
About 30% of wildlife watchers report a Moltrecht's Green Tree Frog sighting in Taroko National Park, based on 38 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Moltrecht's Green Tree Frog in Taroko National Park?
November has the highest sighting rate for Moltrecht's Green Tree Frog in Taroko National Park in our monthly data.