How to Take Care of a Red-Eyed Tree Frog

Red-eyed tree frogs are amphibians native to parts of Central America, ranging from Mexico to Panama. They range from two to three inches in length. The females are slightly larger than the males. These frogs have green backs, white bellies, yellowish-orange feet and, of course, signature red eyes. The Latin name for them is "Agalychnis callidryas." Red-eyed tree frogs make good pets and are relatively easy to care for.

Things You'll Need

  • Glass terrarium Soil and/or gravel Water (preferably filtered or non-chlorinated) Small insects Misting bottle Branches and leaves Bleach for cleaning
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Instructions

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      Prepare a habitat. Glass enclosures that allow at least five gallons of space for each tree frog work well. Ideally the terrarium should be relatively tall so the frog has plenty of room to climb. Temperatures should be kept around 60 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit or 15 to 30 degrees Celsius. Usually these figures correspond well with normal room temperature. Place three to five inches of soil and/or gravel on the floor of terrarium and provide branches and leaves for climbing.

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      Feed your frog a healthy diet. Red-eyed tree frogs eat all sorts of small insects, including flies and crickets. Make sure the insect is small enough for the frog to get his mouth around it. Provide a small container of water so the frog gets plenty to drink. These frogs also like to soak in water to stay hydrated.

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      Maintain plenty of moisture. It is important to keep red-eyed trees frogs hydrated, as they are used to a warm, wet climate. Besides having a dish of water in the terrarium, you should also mist your frog. If the air in your house/area is relatively dry, you may need to do this every day. If you are in a more humid climate, you probably only need to mist the frog several times each week.

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      Keep the terrarium clean. Clean small areas of the enclosure as needed. Make sure you periodically clean the entire terrarium with a five percent bleach solution. This will keep mold and bacteria from growing inside. Also, wash your hands after handling your frog and/or parts of the terrarium.