tree frog
noun
: any of numerous small anuran amphibians (especially family Hylidae) that often live in trees and typically have adhesive disks on the toes
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Along with the swamp eels, scientists in the USGS Wetland and Aquatic Research Center have been most concerned about the spread of Cuban tree frogs, which secrete noxious chemicals that are harmful to humans, and alligatorweed, which clogs waterways that can impact infrastructure.
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Wesley Bruer, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
So far, James’ tree frogs have only been found at two locations in northern Bolivia and near the border with Brazil, the study said.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2025
The Amazon murmurs with ancient breath—its vast canopy alive with chattering macaws, shimmering tree frogs, and pink river dolphins.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
The Amazon The Amazon is home to over three million species of wildlife, including the famous pink river dolphin, tree frogs, spider monkeys, macaws, and anacondas—alongside diverse fish species and reptiles, like piranhas and caimans.
—Emmanuel Burgio, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2025
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Wesley Bruer, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
So far, James’ tree frogs have only been found at two locations in northern Bolivia and near the border with Brazil, the study said.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2025
The Amazon murmurs with ancient breath—its vast canopy alive with chattering macaws, shimmering tree frogs, and pink river dolphins.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
The Amazon The Amazon is home to over three million species of wildlife, including the famous pink river dolphin, tree frogs, spider monkeys, macaws, and anacondas—alongside diverse fish species and reptiles, like piranhas and caimans.
—Emmanuel Burgio, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2025
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“Tree frog.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tree%20frog. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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