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Litoria caerulea
White’s tree frogs, also called Australian green tree frogs, are an arboreal species native to Australia and New Guinea. These frogs prefer moist environments and typically live in trees where they drink and keep their skin moist from water that collects on the leaves. They are adaptable to different environments and can also be found outside in urban areas.
Care Difficulty | Beginner |
Average Life Span | Up to 6-10+ years with proper care |
Average Adult Size | 3-3.5" long for males; 4-4.5" long for females |
Diet | Insectivore |
Minimum Habitat Size | 15-gallon tank for one frog; add 10 gallons for each additional frog |
Provide a minimum 15-gallon glass tank for one adult frog with a securely fitting screen top to prevent escape and allow adequate ventilation. Increase the size of the habitat by 10 gallons for each additional frog. Provide an appropriate size and shape habitat to accommodate normal behavior and exercise. Provide as large a habitat as possible. White’s tree frogs will reach adult size in about two years under ideal conditions.
Thoroughly clean and disinfect water bowls daily
The habitat should be spot-cleaned daily to remove droppings
Thoroughly clean the habitat at least once a week:
A well-balanced White’s tree frog diet consists of:
Things to remember when feeding your white’s tree frog:
White’s tree frogs are available for purchase at your local Petco Pet Care Center location. Please call ahead to check availability.
Signs of a healthy White’s tree frog
Red flags (If you notice any of these signs, contact your veterinarian)
Health Issue | Symptoms or Causes | Suggested Action |
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Health IssueChemical intoxication | Symptoms or CausesCaused by exposure to soap, detergent, pesticides, oils on human skin or other chemicals that are absorbed through their porous skin. | Suggested ActionConsult your veterinarian; protect your amphibian from exposure by handling only with moistened, gloved hands and removing all cleaning products from habitat. |
Health IssueIntestinal obstruction | Symptoms or CausesLethargy, decreased appetite, bloating; may be caused by swallowing gravel or other indigestible substrates or by eating too many hard-shelled insects. | Suggested ActionConsult your veterinarian; surgery may be required. |
Health IssueNutritional deficiencies/ metabolic bone disease | Symptoms or CausesWeakness, fractured bones, lethargy, decreased appetite, change in skin color. | Suggested ActionConsult your veterinarian; ensure a varied diet; use vitamin and mineral supplements and ensure proper UVB lighting |
Health IssueSkin problems/ discoloration | Symptoms or CausesLesions, sores and discoloration of skin; caused by bacterial, fungal and parasitic infections. | Suggested ActionConsult your veterinarian. |
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Because all frogs are potential carriers of infectious diseases, such as salmonella, always wash your hands before and after handling your frog and/or habitat contents to help prevent the potential spread of diseases.
Pregnant women, children under the age of 5, senior citizens and people with weakened immune systems should contact their physicians before purchasing and/or caring for a frog and should consider having a pet other than a frog.
Go to the Centers for Disease Control at cdc.gov/healthypets for more information about frogs and disease.
The information on this care sheet is not a substitute for veterinary care. If your pet is ill, or if you need additional information, please contact your veterinarian as appropriate.
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