Wildlifeof China
Japanese Tree Frog
Shrub Frogs & Tree Frogs
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Dryophytes japonicus
Basic stats
Diet
Insects and spiders
Range
Japan, China and Korea
Clutch size
Average 340–1,500 eggs
The Japanese tree frog is native to Japan, China and Korea. The back is green or brown and the belly white, with a dark spot on the upper lip below the eye. It is unusual in withstanding extreme cold, with some individuals showing resistance at temperatures as low as −30°C for up to 120 days (Wikipedia, general species account).
It is a carnivore preying on insects and spiders, and inhabits places with both aquatic and terrestrial features. The average clutch is about 340–1,500 eggs and the lifespan is usually around six years (Wikipedia, general species account).
Quick answers
- What does the Japanese Tree Frog eat?
- Insects and spiders
- Where is the Japanese Tree Frog found?
- Japan, China and Korea
- How many eggs does the Japanese Tree Frog lay?
- Average 340–1,500 eggs