Canyon Treefrog
Hyla arenicolor
What a surprise to find arenicolor while searching for Rock Rattlers and Blacktails amongst some rocky outcrops! They tend to blend in well with the surrounding rock.
Canyon Treefrogs
Hyla arenicolor
by Damian Fagan
I descend the trail to Sipapu Natural Bridge in Natural Bridges National Monument in pre-dawn darkness.
Canyon Treefrog (Hyla arenicolor)
Description: To 2¼" snout-vent length. Color gray or brown, with scattered darker spots or splotches. Expanded pads on toes.
Canyon Treefrog
Sighting:
Taylor Creek, Zion National Park, Washington County, Utah ...
Canyon Treefrog, Hyla arenicolor
The Canyon Treefrog is a small frog attaining lengths near 2 inches. Like other treefrogs in the family Hylidae they have enlarged toe tips making a wide adhesive disc as seen in the photo, making them good climbers.
 See also: Treefrog, Sheep, Toad, Salamander, Pacific Treefrog
  
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