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Identification

Osteopilus septentrionalis (Cuban Treefrog)

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Date Taken

February 2007

Location

South Indian River Drive, City of Jensen Beach, Florida, USA.

Caption

An adult Cuban treefrog. This species is native to Cuba, the Bahamas, and some adjacent islands. It has been introduced to Florida and the islands of Puerto Rico and Saint Croix by human activities, and is considered an invasive species in Florida, where it preys on native treefrogs.

Contributors

E. Jane VanPell (photographer; copyright holder)

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