Osteopilus septentrionalis

Cuban Treefrog

Florida Distribution: INTRODUCED SPECIES. Very common in the southeast of the state and the Keys with scattered populations throughout central and southern Florida.

Identification: Up to 14 cm. Largest of the treefrogs found in the state. Large toe pads and warty skin help distinguish it from the native species.

Here you can see the large toe discs (pads).

This species lacks the stripes and lines found in other treefrogs.

You can get an idea of size with this photo. This species is believed by many to prey upon native treefrogs.

Young Cuban.

Younger Cuban.