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White-Lipped Tree Frog (Litoria
infrafrenata)
White-lipped tree frogs are
found throughout New Guinea,
northern Australia, and the
surrounding islands. They
are large arboreal frogs and
are fairly easy to care for
in captivity. White-lipped
tree frogs are typically
inactive during the day and
can be found hunting for
food at night. Female
white-lipped tree frogs are
larger than males and adult
frogs can reach 4-5 inches
in length. Sexing these
frogs is difficult, if you
hear your frog calling or
singing it’s definitely a
male. With proper care
dumpy frogs can live 8-10
years or more in captivity.
Temperature
White-lipped tree frogs need
to be maintained between
78-85 degrees during the
day. Nighttime temperatures
can drop into the low 70’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 necessary but is
recommended for dumpy
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 in the
evening hours. Make sure
you don’t soak the entire
cage, a fine misting will be
sufficient.
Housing
White-lipped tree frogs can
be housed comfortably in 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
White-lipped tree frogs
should be fed appropriate
sized crickets, waxworms,
and earthworms. Ideally,
you should feed your dumpy
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. White-lipped tree
frogs can be handled on a
limited basis and always
wash your hands before and
after handling them.