The Cuban tree frog has climbed its way to new heights of ecological strife in Florida, on par with the python in terms of the havoc it's inflicting.

The Cuban tree frog has climbed its way to new heights of ecological strife in Florida, on par with the python in terms of the havoc it's inflicting.

Invasive species like Cuban tree frogs are not only dangerous, they could potentially cause ecological or economic problems.

FLORIDA, USA — Cuban tree frogs can be difficult to distinguish from Florida native tree frogs, but knowing how to identify them can mean all the difference for both your and Florida's health.

The Cuban tree frog preys on our native frogs and lizards and is believed to be responsible for the decline in some of Florida’s native tree frogs.

Cuban Tree Frogs average between one and four inches in length, their skin color ranges from gray to brown to blue-green and they have big toe pads.

Cuban Tree Frogs average between one and four inches in length, their skin color ranges from gray to brown to blue-green and they have big toe pads.

Female Cuban tree frogs can reach up to 100 millimeters in length, or about 4 inches, he said. "If you see one that's as big as your hand, that's definitely a Cuban tree frog," Glorioso said.

A Cuban tree frog explored in Lake Worth, Florida in 2010. According to the University of Florida, the frogs are an invasive species.

It can be hard to tell a Cuban tree frog apart from other types of frogs, but one indicator could be size. Female Cuban tree frogs can reach up to 100 millimeters in length, or about 4 inches, he ...