White's / Dumpy Tree Frog Care Guide

LIFE SPAN

 Approximately 15 years

AVERAGE SIZE

 4-6 inches

NORMAL BEHAVIOR & INTERACTION

Nocturnal (most active at night) and arboreal (tree dwelling). These frogs live in groups and will get along fine if there is proper space for each frog. 

CAGE TEMPERATURE

68-77°F

HUMIDITY

50-70% humidity levels 

FEEDING

Offer several varieties of insects such as gut loaded crickets, wax worms or feeder roaches. A variety in diet is important for a complete and balanced diet.

SUPPLEMENTS

Dust food with calcium supplement and vitamin supplements. As a rule, a growing juvenile’s food should be dusted more often than an adult’s. 

WATER

All water given to amphibians for bathing, swimming or drinking, as well as water used for misting must be 100% free of chlorine and heavy metals.

ENCLOSURE SIZE

A minimum of 5 gallons of tank space per frog is suitable space, and a tank smaller than 10 gallons should not be used. 

SUBSTRATE

We recommend a loose coconut fiber substrate. This substrate will help hold humidity.

BRANCHES & PLANTS

Branches and plants must be included in the enclosure to provide sleeping and climbing spots for your Tree Frog. 

UVB LIGHT

While White’s Tree frogs do not require UVB, exposure to it can be beneficial for their overall health and well-being. 

DAY/NIGHT CYCLES & HEATING

All amphibians must have distinct day and night periods in their enclosures. White’s Tree Frogs need 8-12 hours of daytime and 8-12 hours of nighttime. This can be maintained with a timer. 

HABITAT MAINTENANCE

Daily maintenance should consist of spot cleaning by removing soiled substrate, cleaning water bowl thoroughly and wiping glass clean. The entire tank should be cleaned thoroughly at least once every month.

RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES

•  10-20 Gal (or larger) glass tank with secure metal mesh tank cover 
• Appropriately sized dome & heat light 
• UVB bulb & housing (optional) 
• Temperature/humidity gauge 
• Coconut fiber substrate 
• Live or artificial plants & branches (reptile-safe) 
• Large water bowl – big enough to soak in 
• Live food 
• Calcium & vitamin supplements 
• Water dechlorinate drops 
• Spray bottle

Vet Approved

Our Care Guides are designed to assist in general knowledge and requirements for the care of your new family member. We strongly encourage further research and consultation with your veterinarian on the complete and proper care of any new pet.

For more information visit petsuppliesplus.com, cdc.gov/healthypets or contact your veterinarian.

Always wash your hands before and after handling your pet or cleaning its habitat, and remember that any pet can scratch, bite or transmit disease to humans.

For pregnant women, persons with compromised immune systems, or if you have children under the age of 5, we strongly recommend contacting your physician prior to purchasing or caring for a new pet.

Please see the Centers for Disease Control website at www.cdc.gov/healthypets for more information.