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Golden Treefrog

Sarcohyla chryses

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.

Found in Mexico. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇲🇽 Mexico

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Amphibia (Amphibians)
Order
Anura (Frogs & Toads)
Family
Hylidae
Genus
Sarcohyla
Species
Sarcohyla chryses (Golden Treefrog)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rana-de Arbol Dorada

Similar Species in Sarcohyla

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Aquatic Treefrog
Sarcohyla crassa
Critically Endangered
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Blue-eyed Aquatic Treefrog
Sarcohyla cyanomma
Critically Endangered
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Cerro Pelón Treefrog
Sarcohyla calvicollina
Critically Endangered
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Cope’s Streamside Treefrog
Sarcohyla bistincta
Least Concern
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Grasping Treefrog
Sarcohyla labedactyla
Critically Endangered
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Hazel's Treefrog
Sarcohyla hazelae
Vulnerable
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Keel-snouted Treefrog
Sarcohyla mykter
Endangered
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Lesser Bromeliad Treefrog
Sarcohyla arborescandens
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden Treefrog?
The scientific name of Golden Treefrog is Sarcohyla chryses. It belongs to the genus Sarcohyla.
What is the conservation status of Golden Treefrog?
Golden Treefrog (Sarcohyla chryses) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Golden Treefrog live?
Golden Treefrog is found in Found in Mexico. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Mexico.
What family does Golden Treefrog belong to?
Golden Treefrog (Sarcohyla chryses) belongs to the genus Sarcohyla, which is part of the taxonomic family Hylidae.
Is Golden Treefrog endangered?
Yes, Golden Treefrog (Sarcohyla chryses) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Golden Treefrog belong to?
Golden Treefrog (Sarcohyla chryses) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Golden Treefrog?
The closest relatives of Golden Treefrog in the genus Sarcohyla include Aquatic Treefrog, Blue-eyed Aquatic Treefrog, Cerro Pelón Treefrog, Cope’s Streamside Treefrog, Grasping Treefrog.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Sarcohyla — 20 Species

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Aquatic Treefrog
Sarcohyla crassa
CR 🐾
Blue-eyed Aquatic Treefrog
Sarcohyla cyanomma
CR 🐾
Cerro Pelón Treefrog
Sarcohyla calvicollina
CR 🐾
Cope’s Streamside Treefrog
Sarcohyla bistincta
LC
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Golden Treefrog
Sarcohyla chryses
EN
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Grasping Treefrog
Sarcohyla labedactyla
CR 🐾
Hazel's Treefrog
Sarcohyla hazelae
VU 🐾
Keel-snouted Treefrog
Sarcohyla mykter
EN 🐾
Lesser Bromeliad Treefrog
Sarcohyla arborescandens
NT 🐾
Mixe Streamside Treefrog
Sarcohyla labeculata
EN 🐾
Mixteca Alta Treefrog
Sarcohyla ameibothalame
EN 🐾
Mute Treefrog
Sarcohyla siopela
CR 🐾
Northern Streamside Treefrog
Sarcohyla hapsa
LC 🐾
Oaxaca Treefrog
Sarcohyla celata
NT 🐾
Puebla Treefrog
Sarcohyla charadricola
CR 🐾
Roberts' Treefrog
Sarcohyla robertsorum
VU 🐾
Semiaquatic Treefrog
Sarcohyla pachyderma
CR 🐾
Sierra Juarez Treefrog
Sarcohyla sabrina
CR 🐾
Sierra Miahuatlan Spikethumb Frog
Sarcohyla miahuatlanensis
DD 🐾
Southern Sierra Madre Treefrog
Sarcohyla cembra
EN
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