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Green
Tree Frogs (Hyla cinerea)
Green tree frogs are found
throughout the east coast
and Midwest. They are small
frog and typically only
reach 1-2 inches. They are
an arboreal species and can
be found hunting for food at
night, when they are most
active. Sexing these frogs
is difficult and males are
smaller than females.
Another way to determine sex
is to listen to them, if you
hear your frog calling or
singing it’s definitely a
male.
Temperature
Green tree frogs need to be
maintained in the mid 70’s
during the day. Nighttime
temperatures can drop into
the low 60’s. Normal
household temperatures are
fine and no supplemental
heating will be necessary.
UVB lighting is not
necessary but is recommended
for green tree frogs. The
UVB light will benefit any
live plants and enhance the
colors of your frogs.
Humidity is important and
you should mist your cage
every day in the evening
hours.
Housing
Green tree frogs can be
housed comfortably in 20-29
gallon or larger
terrariums. The cage should
include plants (live or
silk), branches and a water
bowl. Do not use distilled
or purified water for any
amphibians. Never place a
cage near a window where
sunlight can directly shine
on your cage. Cages placed
in direct sunlight can
easily overheat and
ultimately lead to the death
of your frog.
Bedding
We recommend using bark, Zoo
Meds’ Eco Earth, or coconut
bark. The substrate should
be deep enough for potted
plants if you choose to
setup a live vivarium.
Food
Green tree frogs should be
fed appropriate sized
crickets, waxworms, and
fruit flies. Ideally, you
should feed your green tree
frogs 3-5 times each week.
These frogs also need a
vitamin/mineral supplement
and you should dust its
crickets at least twice a
week.
Cleaning and Handling
The terrarium should be
cleaned as necessary. Any
fecal matter or left over
food should be cleaned out
several times a week. Fresh
clean water should be
provided at all times. The
inside of the terrarium can
be cleaned out with an
appropriate reptile cage
cleaner, we recommend
Natural Chemistry’s Healthy
Habitat. Green tree frogs
can be handled on a limited
basis and always wash your
hands before and after
handling them.