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Orange-thighed Frog
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L. xanthomera
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Litoria xanthomera
Davies, McDonald and Adams, 1986
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Distribution of the Orange-thighed Frog

The Orange-thighed Frog (Litoria xanthomera) is a type of tree frog. These frogs live in tropical areas of Queensland, Australia.

Meet the Orange-thighed Frog

This amazing frog is known for its bright colors. It is a medium-sized tree frog.

What Does It Look Like?

Orange-thighed Frogs are bright green. They have striking orange eyes. They also look a bit like the Red-eyed tree frog.

These frogs can grow up to 5.5 centimeters long. They have a thin body and a flat head. Their large orange eyes are very noticeable.

Calls and Reproduction

Male Orange-thighed Frogs gather in groups. They meet near ponds or other water sources.

Calling for a Mate

The males will call to find a mate. They usually call from branches or the edge of the water. Their call sounds like a long aaa-rk.

Laying Eggs

Orange-thighed Frogs mate after heavy rainfall. The female frog lays many eggs. Her eggs are brown. A female can lay between 800 and 1600 eggs at one time!

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