Tree frogs: Masters of camouflage

Sunday, September 5, 2010

The gray tree frog is a small frog native to the eastern U.S. and parts of southeastern Canada. An adult can grow to a length of nearly three inches. This frog has the sense to climb high into trees where it is safe from most predators. It prefers to cling to the vertical sides of things such as trees, houses and fence posts rather than spend time on the ground.

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