Nemo's Pets - Green Tree Frog Care Sheet

Western New York Herpetological Society

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This document is for guidance only and should not be used as the sole source of information. New information is being developed

daily. It is recommend that a concerted effort be made to maintain up-to-date knowledge of the animals of interest.

Common Name:

Green Tree Frog Latin Name: Hylidae cinerea

Native to:

Southeastern United States Size Range: 1.5 to 2 inches

Lifespan:

2-5 years

General Appearance:

Small bright green frog with a white stripe along each side. May

have golden spots on head and body.

Housing Requirements:

Enclosure:

Minimum 10-gallon tank (taller rather than longer). Glass aquariums

work the best. Foliage is a must. Sticks, branches and driftwood provide

climbing room. Arrange branches where foliage provides hiding places.

Temperature:

720 to 750F is desirable.

Heat/Light:

These frogs are nocturnal so no special lighting is needed, except for

viewing purposes. If desired, you may use an undertank heating pad with a

rock situated over the heat source. Or a 15-watt nocturnal heat lamp may

be used.

Substrates:

Potting soil, astro-turf or reptile carpeting may be used. Avoid

Reptibark due to danger of ingestion.

Environment:

Semi-tropical. Mist daily with dechlorinated water. A small water

dish should also be constantly available

Diet:

These frogs are insectivores and will eat anything they can fit in their mouths. Dust

crickets with calcium & vitamins 3 times a week. Feed frogs daily.

Maintenance:

Remove everything from tank weekly and clean thoroughly with hot

water (no soap). Tank should be thoroughly scrubbed.