Pacific tree frog
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The Pacific tree frog, also known as the northern Pacific tree frog (Pseudacris regilla), is an amphibian found along coastal areas from northern California to British Columbia, Canada, with some populations extending into Montana and Nevada. These frogs possess long toes with sticky pads that aid in climbing vegetation, though they are more commonly found in ground-level vegetation in wet areas. Their coloration varies widely, typically in shades of green, gray, or brown, and they can change color depending on environmental temperature and moisture. A distinctive feature is a black stripe running from the snout, over the eye, to the shoulder, along with a white underside, which helps in identification. Tree frogs, in general, are typically arboreal amphibians found on all continents except Antarctica, with the Hylidae family, or "true" tree frogs, being the most numerous.12
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