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Green Tree Frog (Dryophytes cinereus)

Care level: Beginner

Temperament: Timid and jumpy

Minimum enclosure size: 12×12×18” for 1-2 frogs

Basking spot temp (surface): 80-84°F (27-29°C)

Cold side temp: 72-75°F (22-24°C)

Nighttime/minimum temp: 65°F (18°C)

UVB: UVI zone 0.5-1/Ferguson zone 1 (e.g. Arcadia Shadedweller Arboreal 2.5% at 2-4″ (5-10cm) with no mesh or Arcadia Shadedweller 7% at 12+” (30+cm) with typical mesh)

Humidity: Day – 50-60%; night – 80-100%

Diet: Insectivore

Adult size: Up to 2.5” (6cm)

(care guide written with contributions by mandi#6740)


Other Resources:

Dubia.com Guide – Green Tree Frog

ADW – Dryophytes cinerea (formerly Hyla cinerea)

AmphibiaWeb – Dryophytes cinerea (formerly Hyla cinerea)