Dendropsophus decipiens

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Dendropsophus decipiens is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is endemic to eastern Brazil between the Pernambuco and Rio de Janeiro states,[1] or following IUCN, between the Maranhão and São Paulo states.[2] It is also known as Brazilian coastal treefrog.[1]

Dendropsophus decipiens is a very common species occurring in a wide range of habitats, such as open areas (pastures, grassland, and savanna), primary and secondary forests, and coastal restinga scrubland, at elevations up to Script error: No such module "convert". above sea level. Typically, it is found on vegetation near water. The eggs are laid on tree leaves above bodies of water (both temporary and permanent); the tadpoles fall into the water where they continue to develop.[2] It is a very adaptable species that does not face any known threats and that occurs in many protected areas.[2]

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