The Hylidae are a wide-ranging family of frogs commonly referred to as `tree frogs and their allies`. However, the hylids include a diversity of frog species, many of which do not live in trees, but are terrestrial or semiaquatic. ==Characteristics== Most hylids show adaptations suitable for an arboreal lifestyle, including forward-facing eyes p..... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hylidae