Frogs and Toads
Canyon Tree Frog
Dryophytes arenicolor
Across the regions where it's common, the Canyon Tree Frog peaks from May to September.
Shows up in 3 ecoregions and 4 states
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Frogs and Toads
Canyon Tree Frog
Dryophytes arenicolor
Description
The canyon tree frog (Dryophytes arenicolor) is a species of tree frog native to the rocky plateau areas of southern United States, primarily in New Mexico and Arizona, but it also ranges to Utah, Texas, and Colorado, and as far south as the Mexican states of Michoacán, México, Guanajuato, Guerrero, and Oaxaca. Canyon tree frogs grow to 5.0–5.5 cm (2.0–2.2 in) in length, and are typically brown, grey-brown, or grey-green in color, often with darker-colored blotching.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Canyon tree frogs are mostly nocturnal and carnivorous. Breeding occurs during the spring rains, and large, floating egg masses of 100 or more eggs are laid on the water.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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About the Canyon Tree Frog
When is the Canyon Tree Frog most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Canyon Tree Frog peaks from May to September.
Where does the Canyon Tree Frog live?
It has enough records to show in 3 ecoregions and 4 states, including Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and Utah.