About Hyalinobatrachium aureoguttatum (Barrera-Rodriguez & Ruiz-Carranza, 1989)
Size
Males of Hyalinobatrachium aureoguttatum measure 20–24 mm (0.79–0.94 in) in snout–vent length, while females measure 23–24 mm (0.91–0.94 in).
Dorsal Coloration
Their dorsal side is yellow-green, marked with numerous small brown spots and larger, more distinct creamy yellow spots.
Body Markings & Ventral Surface
A diffuse green middorsal stripe is present, and their ventral surface is transparent.
Habitat Types
The natural habitats of this species are lowland primary and secondary rainforests, as well as sub-Andean cloud forests.
Microhabitat
It can be found on vegetation growing next to streams.
Population Status & Threats
It is a very common species, but is at least locally threatened by habitat loss.
Protected Area Presence
It is present in a number of protected areas.
Male Mating Call
For reproduction, males call from vegetation located above streams.
Clutch Characteristics
Clutch size can reach up to 35 eggs; the eggs are green and enclosed in a gelatinous mass.
Oviposition Site
Eggs are laid on the lower surface of leaves.
Post-Hatching Development
After hatching, the tadpoles fall into the stream below.
Parental Care
Males sometimes appear to guard the eggs.
