The American green tree frog is a common species of New World tree frog belonging to the family Hylidae. A common backyard species, it is popular as a pet.

They are green, medium-sized, and up to 2.5 inches long. Their bodies are usually green in shades ranging from bright yellowish-olive to lime green.

The color can change depending on lighting or temperature. Males have wrinkled throats (indicating the vocal pouch) and are slightly smaller than females.

Here are a few interesting facts about Green Tree Frogs.

• These little frogs tend to be nocturnal (which means they sleep during the daytime), and in captivity they will be the most active once the lights are off.

• American green tree frogs are insectivores, usually consuming flies, mosquitoes, and other small insects such as crickets.

• The green tree frog became the state amphibian of Louisiana in 1993 and of Georgia in 2005.

• These cute critters are available for a 2-week period through the Living Science Material Center CO-OP page to study and borrow as classroom visitor.