VanPell, Jane

cuban_treefrog

Osteopilus septentrionalis

An adult Cuban treefrog. This species is native to Cuba, the Bahamas, and some adjacent islands. It has been introduced to Florida and the islands of Puerto Rico and Saint Croix by human activities, and is considered an invasive species in Florida, where it preys on native treefrogs.

About this image

Identification
Osteopilus septentrionalis (Cuban Treefrog)
Date Taken
February 2007
Location

South Indian River Drive, City of Jensen Beach, Florida, USA.

Contributors
E. Jane VanPell
photographer copyright holder
Subjects
Subject Life-cycle
Type Photo
Life Stages and Gender adult/sexually mature
Anatomy body parts eyes
Anatomy coloration/patterning cryptic

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Last updated: 2007-07-02 / Generated: 2025-09-15 02:00

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