ZooLab Fact File



	Common Name(s): White's Tree Frog

	Latin Name: Litoria caerulea

	Description: Up to 10 centimetres in length. Colour can range from brown to green depending on temperature and environment. The ends of the frogs toes are disc shaped, which helps the frogs to climb via suction. Skin is smooth.

	Range: The White's tree frog is native to the northern and eastern regions of Australia , and the southern regions of New Guinea

	Habitat: White's tree frogs are typically found in the canopy of trees close to a still water source. They can also survive in swamp habitats and grasslands

	Diet: Consists mainly of insects and spiders

	Care in Captivity: White's tree frogs are arboreal and will, therefore, require an enclosure with height and a branch to sit on. Substrate should be smooth rounded gravel and sphagnum moss. Provide a water bowl that is large enough for the frog to fully submerge itself. A large pebble should be placed in the water to allow the frog to exit the bowl easily. The water should be changed and the bowl cleaned every 1-2 days. Leave tap water to stand for 24 hours before filling bowl so as to remove chlorine. Aim for a constant temperature of 22-28^oC. Maintain humidity with a daily, light misting. Clean out enclosure weekly. Feed 3-4 appropriate sized crickets 3 times a week remove uneaten crickets after 24 hours. When handling the tree frog, ensure hands are clean and wet. Do not allow frog to completely dry out.

	Fact: Although frogs have lungs, they can absorb oxygen through their skin