Mexican Treefrog
Smilisca baudinii
About the Mexican Treefrog
The common Mexican tree frog (Smilisca baudinii) is a nocturnal species of tree frog whose native range extends from the Sonoran Desert and the Lower Rio Grande Valley of Texas south to Costa Rica. Common names include Mexican tree frog, Baudin's tree frog and Van Vliet’s frog. They are usually found within lightly forested areas near permanent sources of water.
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 11,120 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Mexican Treefrog?
The scientific name of the Mexican Treefrog is Smilisca baudinii.
How many Mexican Treefrog sightings have been recorded?
11,120 observations of the Mexican Treefrog have been recorded on iNaturalist.
11,120
observations on iNaturalist
