Costa Rica Wildlife Guide
72 species across birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies, and insects. Filter by category, region, or elevation.
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Red-eyed Tree Frog in Costa Rica
Agalychnis callidryas
Tree Frogs · ~7 cm · lowland
CaribbeanPacificOsa
Iconic neon-green tree frog with brilliant red eyes, blue and yellow flanks, and orange feet. Nocturnal — sleeps disguised as a green leaf by day.
Fun Facts
- ▸Bright red eyes are a startle defense — confuses predators long enough for the frog to leap to safety.
- ▸Eggs sense predator vibrations and can hatch early to escape attacking snakes.
- ▸Probably the single most photographed amphibian in the world.
Best Months
Year-round (most active in rainy season)
Featured On
- · 7-Day Private Birding Tour
- · Custom Wildlife Tour
