Description
🐸 Red-Eyed Tree Frog (Agalychnis callidryas)
A vibrant, iconic amphibian perfect for tropical terrariums
Few animals capture the imagination like the Red-Eyed Tree Frog. With its vivid green body, electric-blue sides, orange feet, and unmistakable crimson eyes, this nocturnal frog is a living jewel of the Central American rainforest. Not just a stunning display animal, the Red-Eyed Tree Frog is a favorite among amphibian enthusiasts for its manageable care and compatibility with naturalistic terrarium setups.
🕶 Key Features:
Scientific Name: Agalychnis callidryas
Common Name: Red-Eyed Tree Frog
Type: Arboreal amphibian
Size: 2–2.5 inches (adult)
Temperament: Peaceful, shy, and best observed at night
Coloration: Bright green with blue and yellow flanks, vivid red eyes, and orange toes
🌴 Terrarium-Friendly Benefits:
Ideal for tropical, vertically oriented enclosures
Active climbers that use all vertical space
Thrive in lush, bioactive terrariums with live plants like bromeliads, pothos, and Ficus repens
Visual appeal makes them a favorite centerpiece species
💧 Care Requirements:
Enclosure: Tall terrarium with ample vertical climbing space and plants
Humidity: 70–90% – daily misting or automated misting system recommended
Temperature: Daytime 75–82°F (24–28°C); nighttime drop to 65–75°F (18–24°C)
Lighting: Low-intensity UVB recommended for plant growth and frog health
Diet: Small, live insects (crickets, fruit flies, and small roaches) dusted with calcium and vitamins
🧠 Did You Know?
Despite their bright colors, Red-Eyed Tree Frogs use camouflage to stay hidden during the day. Their bright eyes are a defense mechanism—flashing them to startle predators before quickly escaping.
🌿 Best for Display, Not Handling: These frogs are delicate and should not be handled regularly, as the oils and residues on human skin can harm them. They're best appreciated visually in a well-planted, naturalistic environment.
Bring the rainforest home with the Red-Eyed Tree Frog—an exotic, eye-catching ambassador of the tropics.
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