White Lipped Tree Frog
Litoria infrafrenata
Found throughout New Guinea, northern Australia, and the surrounding islands
Adult frogs can reach 4-5 inches
Frogs can live 8-10 years or more in captivity
Sexing these frogs is difficult, if you hear your frog calling or singing it’s definitely a male
Female white-lipped tree frogs are larger than males
need to be maintained between 78-85 degrees during the day
Nighttime temperatures can drop into the low 70’s
UVB lighting is not necessary but is recommended for dumpy frogs. The UVB light will benefit any live plants and enhance the colors of your frogs
White-lipped tree frogs are typically inactive during the day and can be found hunting for food at night
Humidity is important and you should mist your cage in the evening hours
White-lipped tree frogs can be housed comfortably in 29 gallon or larger terrariums
Do not use distilled or purified water for any amphibians
The cage should include plants (live or silk), branches and a water bowl or water feature
We recommend using bark, Zoo Meds’ Eco Earth, or coconut bark
White-lipped tree frogs should be fed appropriate sized crickets, waxworms, and earthworms
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
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
White-lipped tree frogs can be handled on a limited basis and always wash your hands before and after handling them
Make sure you wet your hands before handling
Laying up to 6,000 eggs at a time
reaching its adult size in 6-8 months
They range in color from the brightest greens to red-browns, mauve, black and even metallic-blue
