Red-eyed tree frogs are famous for their bright colors, but their real power is camouflage and deception. In rainforests filled with predators, these frogs use body position, color patterns, and ...
A new study from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) shows that red-eyed treefrog embryos hatch early when exposed to high ammonia levels — an environmental cue that it’s too hot and ...
While the bright coloration of this red-eyed tree frog doesn’t make the amphibious creature see red, it does provide an eye-catching display for humans who glimpse it in its rainforest habitat. In ...