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Red-Eyed
Tree Frog (Agalychnis
callidryas)
Red-eyed tree frogs are one
of the most beautiful frogs
available. They are an
arboreal species and can be
found hunting for food at
night, when they are most
active. Red-eyed tree frogs
range throughout Central
America and parts of
Mexico. Females are larger
than males and adults can
reach 2-2 ½ inches. Sexing
these frogs is not very
difficult, males are
noticeably 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
Red-eyed tree frogs need to
be maintained between 78-85
degrees during the day.
Nighttime temperatures can
drop into the mid 60’s.
During the summertime you
probably won’t need any
supplemental heating.
However, during the winter
months you should probably
use a low wattage heat
light. A red or other dark
colored light can be used at
night and these lights will
not disturb your frogs day
and night cycle. UVB
lighting is not necessary
but is recommended for
red-eyed 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 couple of days in the
evening hours. Make sure
you don’t soak the entire
cage, a fine misting will be
sufficient. Ideally, the
humidity should be kept
around 50 percent.
Housing
Red-eyed 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
Red-eyed tree frogs should
be fed appropriate sized
crickets, waxworms, and
earthworms. Ideally, you
should feed your red-eyed
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. Red-eyed tree
frogs can be handled on a
limited basis and always
wash your hands before and
after handling them.