Is the American green tree frog in decline?
Although many frogs and other amphibians are currently in decline around the world — a crisis fueled largely by habitat loss, invasive species, and disease — the American green tree frog seems to be an exception.
What to do if your tree frog loses weight?
Monitor your tree frog’s weight. If your frog has lost weight, it may have either an internal parasite or Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD). A vet can cure both MBD and a parasitic infection, so take your frog to be seen by a vet if it has lost weight.
What kind of frog is an American green tree frog?
If an American green tree frog interests you, you may want to look into similar species such as African bullfrog, leopard frog, or a White’s tree frog.
What should I Feed my American green tree frog?
Fruit flies, houseflies, moths and other insects can also be fed to your American green tree frog if available. Tree frogs will likely eat more in the spring and summer months than in the winter. Feed smaller frogs daily, while larger frogs can be fed daily or every other day, using body condition as a guide.
Although many frogs and other amphibians are currently in decline around the world — a crisis fueled largely by habitat loss, invasive species, and disease — the American green tree frog seems to be an exception.
Monitor your tree frog’s weight. If your frog has lost weight, it may have either an internal parasite or Metabolic Bone Disease (MBD). A vet can cure both MBD and a parasitic infection, so take your frog to be seen by a vet if it has lost weight.
If an American green tree frog interests you, you may want to look into similar species such as African bullfrog, leopard frog, or a White’s tree frog.
Fruit flies, houseflies, moths and other insects can also be fed to your American green tree frog if available. Tree frogs will likely eat more in the spring and summer months than in the winter. Feed smaller frogs daily, while larger frogs can be fed daily or every other day, using body condition as a guide.
