Dendropsophus subocularis

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Dendropsophus subocularis is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is found in eastern Panama and northwestern Colombia to the Magdalena River Valley.[1][2][3] It occurs from the sea level to at least Script error: No such module "convert".,[1] and perhaps as high as Script error: No such module "convert". above sea level.[2]

Description

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The eggs are bright yellow. The tadpoles are mostly black.[3]

Habitat and conservation

The species' natural habitats are humid lowland forests. It tolerates some habitat modification. It is an arboreal species that breeds in temporary and permanent pools.[4] The eggs are laid on vegetation overhanging water.[3] The species is threatened by habitat loss (deforestation).[4]

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