About Scinax x-signatus (Spix, 1824)
Common Name and Taxonomy
Scinax x-signatus (Spix, 1824), commonly called the Venezuela snouted treefrog or Venezuelan snouted treefrog, is a species of frog belonging to the family Hylidae.
Native Distribution
Its native range includes Brazil, the Guyanas (Guyana, French Guiana, Suriname), Venezuela, and Colombia.
Introduced Populations
Introduced populations of this species have established on Guadeloupe, two smaller nearby islands (Marie Galante and La Désirade), and Martinique.
Taxonomic Note
Current research suggests this taxon may actually encompass more than one distinct species.
Habitat and Adaptability
Scinax x-signatus is a very common frog that lives in tropical savannas, forest edges, and open areas, and it is highly adaptable to human-caused habitat modification.
Invasive Status
On Guadeloupe, it is classified as an invasive species that threatens native frog populations through competition.
Breeding Habitat
For reproduction, breeding occurs in standing water, including both permanent and seasonal standing water bodies.
Mating Behavior
Males produce mating calls from vegetation growing above and around ponds.
