Middle East tree frog

Hyla savignyi, commonly referred to as Savigny's tree frog, the lemon-yellow tree frog, or the Middle East tree frog, is an intriguing species in the Hylidae family. This small amphibian inhabits the Middle East, with its distribution spanning countries such as Israel, where it is unfortunately classified as endangered. Its range also extends to Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cyprus, Egypt, Georgia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, and Yemen.

Savigny's tree frog thrives in various habitats. It can be found in temperate shrublands, subtropical and tropical dry shrublands, Mediterranean-type shrubby areas, and temperate grasslands. It also inhabits subtropical and tropical dry lowland grasslands, rivers, and both permanent and intermittent freshwater lakes. Furthermore, it resides in freshwater marshes, springs, and temperate deserts, showcasing its versatile nature.

In addition, this adaptable frog is often seen in arable lands, rural gardens, canals, ditches, and areas with introduced vegetation. Its ability to thrive in such a broad range of environments underlines its remarkable adaptability, even as it confronts the threats associated with being endangered in certain regions.