Green Tree Frog

Species: Green Tree Frog 
Scientific Name: Hyla cinerea
Origin: Amazon Rainforest in South America.  
Lifespan: Up to 6+ years with proper care
Size: 1 to 3 inches long
Enclosure Type: 
Enclosure Size: 15-gallon aquarium minimum for up to 4 adults
Substrate: Use a mulch-type such as coconut fiber, dampened sphagnum moss or large river rocks. Avoid gravel, small pieces of bark or small rocks that can be easily swallowed and lead to a potentially life-threatening gastrointestinal tract obstruction. Do not use reptile carpet or other artificial turf, as it is too harsh for frogs’ delicate skin.
Décor: Include live or artificial plants, with driftwood, cork bark or other types of branches. While décor should be arranged for climbing, do not overcrowd the tank to enable insects to hide during feeding. Arrange branches and driftwood on the diagonal in the tank while connecting the floor to the top so that frogs can move around. Cover the back wall with dark green paper on the outside or use large suction cups to attach slabs of cork bark to the back wall to reduce stress and make frogs feel more secure.
Water: Supply dechlorinated water in a shallow, untippable bowl, about 1-2" deep.
Temperature: Habitats should be 65-68°F at night with a temperature range during the day of 72-80°F. Monitor temperatures with at least two thermometers. Under-tank heating pads under half the tank and attached to a thermostat can provide additional heat. Large rocks placed over the heating pad will absorb heat and provide a warm place for frogs to sit. You can also provide heat with a low-wattage (15 watt) incandescent bulb during the day and a nocturnal heat bulb placed over a high perching spot. If additional heat is needed, a ceramic heat bulb can also be used.
Humidity: Maintain humidity at 70-90%. Mist plants and other habitat décor to increase humidity. Monitor humidity with a humidity gauge.
Lighting: Fluorescent lighting for 10-12 hours a day is required. An incandescent day bulb can be used to provide light and low levels of heat in the basking area during daylight hours if not using an under-tank heating pad or ceramic heat bulb. Low-level UVB lighting is recommended to help frogs make vitamin D in their skin to absorb dietary calcium. Provide hiding places to hide from light, as needed.
Type Of Diet: Insectivore
Types Of Food: Crickets, roaches, mealworms, waxworms, calci-worms and small hornworms
Feeding Schedule: Feed juveniles daily, adults every other day
Supplements: Always supplement with calcium and vitamins, especially for the young ones