Driftwood, cork bark, and bamboo poles can be positioned at angles to allow the frog utilization of all cage space. White’s tree frogs are arboreal, and should be provided with multiple perches and hiding places high up in the cage’s “canopy”. Gravel, sand, small pieces of bark and Repti Carpet should be avoided, because they can either be swallowed or irritate the frog’s skin. Any bedding should be cleaned regularly to prevent buildup of mold. There are a number of substrate options available for frogs, such as coconut husk fiber (Bed-A-Beast, Eco-Earth, etc), sphagnum moss, or moist paper towels. The four main components of the cage setup are substrate, perches, hiding areas, and a water dish. White’s tree frogs love to climb, so vertical space is better than horizontal space. Multiple adults will need at least a 30 gallon glass tank. Housing: A single adult White’s tree frog can live in a 10 gallon glass tank or larger. Due to its physical and behavioral traits, the White’s tree frog has become one of the most recognizable frogs, and is a popular exotic pet throughout the world. Some specimens even exhibit small white dots along their back and head. White’s tree frogs can range from blue to green to brown in color, and can change their hue depending on temperature, humidity, environmental surroundings, or level of excitement. The average lifespan of this frog in captivity is approximately 16 years.

Larger than most Australian frogs, the White’s tree frog can grow to 4 inches in length. Even wild White’s tree frogs are docile, and often live near human dwellings, eating insects drawn by the light. The White’s tree frog inherited its name from naturalist John White, who first described this species in 1790. The White’s tree frog ( Litoria caerulea), or dumpy tree frog, is native to Australia and New Guinea.

White tree frog legs turn purple