Sarayacu Tree Frog
Dendropsophus parviceps
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyHylidae (Hylid Tree Frogs)
- GenusDendropsophus (Yellow Tree Frogs)
- SpeciesDendropsophus parviceps (Sarayacu Tree Frog)
About the Sarayacu Tree Frog
Dendropsophus parviceps (common name: Sarayacu treefrog) is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is found in the Amazon Basin of Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. Dendropsophus parviceps is a locally common species with no known threats. These frogs are found on the leaves and branches in primary and secondary tropical rainforest, but also in open spaces close to forests. It is found in moist habitats (swamps, temporary watercourses, permanent ponds). It breeds in temporary bodies of water. Eggs are laid in water where the tadpoles develop.
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Recent sightings of Sarayacu Tree Frog in Yasuní 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 | Yasuní National Park | 🇪🇨 Ecuador | |
| 2 | Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve | 🇪🇨 Ecuador | |
| 3 | Cordillera Azul National Park | 🇵🇪 Peru | |
| 4 | Amacayacu National Natural Park | 🇨🇴 Colombia | |
| 5 | Tambopata National Reserve | 🇵🇪 Peru | |
| 6 | Manu National Park | 🇵🇪 Peru |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Sarayacu Tree Frog in Yasuní National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Sarayacu Tree Frog sighting in Yasuní National Park, based on 10 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Sarayacu Tree Frog in Yasuní National Park?
March has the highest sighting rate for Sarayacu Tree Frog in Yasuní National Park in our monthly data.