About Trachycephalus resinifictrix (Goeldi, 1907)
Size
These frogs are fairly large, reaching 2.5 to 4.0 inches (6.4 to 10.2 cm) in total length.
Coloration
Adult individuals are light grey with brown or black banding, while juvenile frogs have stronger color contrast between their markings.
Skin Texture
As the frogs age, their skin develops a slightly bumpy texture.
Blood Tint
Their blood has a blue tint that can show through the skin, most noticeably in the mouth area and toe pads.
Common Name Origin
The "milk" in this species' common name refers to the milky fluid the frogs excrete when they are stressed.
Geographic Distribution
This species, the Mission golden-eyed tree frog, lives in the tropical rainforests of South America, with widespread populations across Guyana, Colombia, Brazil, Ecuador, and Peru.
Habitat
They most often occupy vegetation that grows over permanent, slow-moving water sources.
