Shaman fringe-limbed tree frog facts for kids
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The shaman fringe-limbed tree frog (scientific name: Ecnomiohyla sukia) is a type of frog that belongs to the Hylidae family. This special frog is only found in Costa Rica, a country in Central America. Scientists have seen it living in places that are quite high up, between 400 and 1000 meters above sea level.
About the Shaman Tree Frog
The shaman fringe-limbed tree frog is known for its unique feet. It has a lot of webbing between its toes. This webbing helps it move around, especially in its natural home.
What it Looks Like
This frog has special feet with a lot of skin connecting its toes. This is called "extensive webbing." Imagine your fingers, but with skin between them almost up to the tips! This webbing helps the frog climb trees and possibly glide or parachute from high places. It's a great adaptation for living in the forest canopy.
Where it Lives
The shaman fringe-limbed tree frog lives only in Costa Rica. This means it is "endemic" to that country, and you won't find it naturally anywhere else in the world. It prefers to live in areas that are high up in the mountains, specifically between 400 and 1000 meters above sea level. These areas are often covered in lush forests, which provide a perfect home for tree frogs.
