Green Tree Frog Tadpole Metamorphosis: Aquatic To Terrestrial Transformation
Green tree frog tadpoles inhabit freshwater ecosystems, showcasing vibrant green camouflage and white underbellies. Small in size, they feed on algae, protozoa, and invertebrates. Their short lifespan is influenced by environmental conditions, and aquatic reproduction leads to rapid metamorphosis. During this transformation, tadpoles undergo remarkable changes: tail resorption, leg development, and lung formation, ultimately transitioning…