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Agalychnis callidryas, commonly known as the red-eyed tree frog or red-eyed leaf frog, is a species of tree frog in the subfamily Phyllomedusinae native to forests of Central America to north-western South America. This species, being one of the most recognizable of frogs, is known for its vibrant coloration; it has a vibrant green body with blue and yellow stripes on the side, a white underside, bright red to orange colored feet, and its namesake bright red eyes. Despite its bright coloration, the red-eyed tree frog is not poisonous. Its bright coloration can thus be more attributed to camouflage amongst the greenery of the surrounding jungle, as well as the "startle reflex", which it can use to dissuade predators. During the day, the frog uses its green back to camouflage amongst the leaves, this camouflage being its only defense. If disturbed, the frog flashes its bright red eyes, which may startle predators and allow the frog to escape.