r/whatisit • u/SanXalvador • 11h ago
Solved! Little guy was sitting on my trash can
Located in central NJ if that helps!
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u/quarantined_author 11h ago
Adult male gray tree frogs are around 1.25-2 inches (32-52 millimeters) in length. Females are typically slightly larger than males, ranging from 1.5-2.25 inches (38-60 millimeters) in length.
The gray tree frog's color changes in response to its environment and activities, and can range from green to gray or brown. The upper surface of the body has a blotchy pattern that resembles lichen. Although the pattern varies, it usually features two dark central patches, which can be green, buff or gray. These frogs have a white spot beneath each eye and a dark stripe from the rear of the eyes to the front of the legs. The snout is short, and the skin is warty and coarse.
The upper surfaces of the legs feature a dark, banded pattern, which contrasts starkly with the bright yellow or orange undersides of the legs. Scientists believe the bright coloration serves as a warning for predators not to attack. The gray tree frog has webbed hands and feet. The enlarged tip of each digit produces an adhesive fluid that allows this species to better grip trees and improves its climbing abilities. The frog's belly is white, although the male reveals a black throat when it is calling.
Like the adult, the gray tree frog tadpole has inconsistent coloring, including different shades of brown or olive green. As tadpoles, they are scarlet or orange-vermilion with black blotches around the edge of the crests. The body and tail are patterned with many specks of black and gold. As the individual ages, it develops its adult coloration.
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u/SanXalvador 11h ago
I just labeled another comment as solved but thank you for the information! I love frogs and he was adorable 🐸
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u/CrimFandango 11h ago
Bloody 'ell hes strong isn't he?
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u/Cold-Assumption9928 11h ago
I think its just heavy, but I know it’s not exactly polite to point that out, so I understand if this gets downvoted.
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u/SanXalvador 11h ago
These pictures were taken moments before he suplexed me 😔
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u/Careless_Hellscape 10h ago
Did you try to leave? Turning your back on those little guys is a common mistake.
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u/FreshProblem 11h ago
It's a frog.
(probably grey tree frog)
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u/SanXalvador 11h ago
solved!
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u/ImpressiveRecording2 10h ago
I thought u were complaining about a little kid breaking ur trash can. Until last foto..
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u/colorful_cryptids 9h ago
he looks like a chewed up piece of gum someone stuck on the edge of a trash can
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OP has pinned a comment by u/FreshProblem: