Hyla (Noun)
Meaning
The type genus of the Hylidae; tree toads.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Hyla arborea is also known as the European tree frog due to its physical characteristics and preferences for arboreal habitats.
- The American green tree frog is listed under the genus Hyla in some classifications but has been reclassified to replace this.
- Research conducted on Hyla shows that several members of the genus frequently undergo various adaptations to deal with shifting environmental conditions.
- In the Hylidae family, Hyla offers one of the most diverse groups of species often seen in woodland, wetland, and mixed environments.
- Hyla species are distributed across North America, Europe, and Asia where suitable habitats can be found to sustain growth.