Description: A very unusual frog with spiky, textured skin and mottled coloration that allows it to blend in so well that it almost disappears. Maximum adult size is between 2 ½" and 3". They are mostly nocturnal but are often active and feeding during the day. Originally from mountainous areas at 2,000 – 4,000 feet elevation where they live along the banks of streams and lakes. These tree frogs are mostly nocturnal and have adhesive toe-pads.

Temperature: Ideal 70° to 75°F, cooling down 5° to 10°F at night. Because these are a mountainous species, lower temperatures may be tolerated but keeping them over 80°F for long periods could be harmful. A temperature gradient throughout the enclosure is preferred.

Humidity: High humidity should be provided, approximately 70-80%. A humidity gradient throughout the enclosure is preferred.

Lighting: Plant grow lights are necessary for the live plants in a jungle habitat, use a timer to simulate the tropics, 12 hours on / 12 hours off. Seasonal day length fluctuations are not needed but could help to stimulate breeding. A dim night light is required for viewing nocturnal activities.

Feeding: Appropriately sized crickets are fine as a staple diet but a variety of other insects should be offered. A good vitamin/mineral supplement should be given twice a week for adults and more often for young, growing frogs. Clean water should be available at all times.

Habitat: A tank size of at least ten gallons will suffice for one or two frogs, a larger tank is needed for a breeding group. A good size water area is preferred over a water dish, especially if trying to breed them. These frogs like to climb, so branches and sturdy plants should be included in the set-up.

Breeding: Adult males are slightly smaller and thinner than females. They also have a "nuptial tubercle" on each thumb, which are used to help grip the female during amplexus. Males will also be heard to call and hopefully, breeding will follow. Between 8 and 3 eggs are deposited singly, at or above the water surface. Eggs should be removed and incubated separately in a dish, half submersed in a small amount of water. They will hatch in about 2 to 3 weeks and the tadpoles can be raised communally, feeding them with fish foods and algae flakes. Metamorphoses will usually occur in about 3 to 6 months.

ENJOY YOUR PET LIFE FORMS, Dave & Donna