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Red Eye Tree Frog Adult WC

Red Eyed Tree frogs are one of the most colourful tree frogs with bright green bodies and unmistakeable red eyes.

Red eyes enjoy a warm humid environment which replicates the conditions found in the tropical lowlands of Central and South America.

Like other amphibians, frogs are born as spawn which advance into froglets (baby frogs who have just developed their legs) and become visually stunning as adults.

Red eyed tree frogs enjoy a diet of insects, generally silent crickets but some adults will also enjoy hoppers. Their food should be dusted with supplements including D3 1-2 times a week.

There are a range of enclosures available for tree frogs which are generally an arboreal glass enclosure.

Tree frogs live high up in the trees of tropical forests and so they require an enclosure which is taller than it is wide.

Plenty of decor should be added in the form of branches, tubes and plants with spoon shaped leaves which the frogs like to sit in.

UVB and heat is required in order to meet the correct parameters for the frogs to remain happy and healthy. Food should be dusted with calcium with D3 once or twice a week. This enables the frog to have healthy bones and skin.

Only dechlorinated water should be used for amphibians. There are water dechlorinators on the market which can be added to water to dechlorinate it, bottled water could also be used or tap water can be left uncovered for 48 hours. Never use tap water straight from the tap.

There are many substrates available which are suitable for tree frogs, be sure to choose a substrate which holds humidity such as bio-life forest, coco fibre or forest floor. Substrates can be mixed to achieve desired effect.

Tree frogs would also enjoy a bio-active enclosure containing live plants and custodians.

Frogs have very sensitive skin which produces oils to keep the frog safe. It is recommended to wear powder free latex gloves when handling your frog and be careful of your frog jumping away from your hands.

Frogs do not enjoy handling very much and should not be stroked as this can cause damage to their skin.

When picking up your frog, always ensure you are in an enclosed area to prevent escape. Whilst cleaning we recommend you move your frog carefully into a plastic tub whilst you clean the tank.

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