Hyla

/hˈaɪlə/

[noun]

Hyla

[NOUN]

a genus of frogs characterized by their ability to climb trees and their distinctive calls

synonyms : genus Hyla

What is a "hyla"?

Hyla, commonly known as tree frogs, is a genus of small to medium-sized frogs characterized by their ability to climb and live in trees. They have adhesive toe pads that help them grip onto surfaces, and their vibrant colors and distinct calls make them a familiar sight and sound in many ecosystems around the world. Tree frogs are known for their remarkable agility and ability to jump long distances, making them well-adapted to an arboreal lifestyle.

Examples

1. We're going to start with Hyla and Nancy.

2. Hyla and Nancy are American friends, and they're on the phone.

3. What we've seen so far is that Hyla and Nancy are kinds of moving smoothly, progressing around their racetrack, whereas Dana and Gordon are kind of on the rumble strip at the side of the racetrack, bumping along.

4. Hyla: How are you.