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American Green Tree Frog
Hyla cinerea
A cheap, cheerful, bulletproof starter frog — bright green by day, glowing on the glass at night.
1.5–2.5 in4–6 years
Habitat
Enclosure
10 gal tall minimum
Temperature
70–80°F
Humidity / Water
60–70%, misted daily
Heating & lighting
Low heat mat on the side or a small overhead on a thermostat. Tall tank with branches, plants, and a bright spot to hunt under.
Diet
Feed these
- Small crickets
- Flightless fruit flies
- Small moths
Never feed
- Mealworms (hard to digest)
- Overheating above 85°F
- Chlorinated water
- Handling more than necessary
Feed every other day, dusted. They chirp and croak at night, especially after misting — males in particular.
Cohabitation
Can live with
Other green tree frogs Gray tree frogs — same size and needs
Never house with
Pacman frogs and larger frogs — eaten Different frog species
The classic group frog — small same-species colonies thrive together with zero aggression.
