Rã Arborícola de White

CARE GUIDE

Size: Adults can reach 12 cm

Origin: Australia and New Guinea

Lifespan: Up to 15 years in captivity

Natural Habitat: They inhabit the humid forests of Australia and New Guinea

The Rã Arborícola de White are one of the most sought-after species in the hobby. Their friendly look, size and voracious appetite make them one of the most popular amphibian species. They are nocturnal and love to spend the day sleeping on the underside of the terrarium's leaves. They are among the most popular species in the hobby, not only for their distinctive look but also for how easy they are to keep.

Although this is a relatively easy species to keep, you should pay attention to a few aspects and ensure certain conditions, which you will find in the following paragraphs.

Terrarium

Size: A 45x45x60cm terrarium is recommended for 2-3 adults

Material: Glass

 - Heating and Lighting

During the day, a temperature between 24ºC and 28ºC should be maintained. At night, the temperature can drop to 22ºC. The easiest and most practical way to achieve these temperatures is with a Heat Mat placed externally on one side of the terrarium. Like any heat source, the Heat Mat should be properly regulated by a thermostat.

The Rã Arborícola de White do not need UVB. However, they benefit from exposure to low levels (using a ShadeDweller Arboreal lamp)

- Humidity

Water should always be available as a small pool/pond where the frogs can soak. This species requires a relative humidity of at least 60%, ideally around 80%.

- Decor

The Rã Arborícola de White feel comfortable among foliage. Equip the terrarium with plenty of vertical structure so they can occupy the highest parts. You can use branches, cork bark, stones and plants (artificial or live). Young animals should not be kept in overly large terrariums, to make feeding easier.

Diet and Supplementation

Feeding habits: Insectivorous

 Diet: They should be fed every night with a variety of live insects.  

- Foods

Insects: The staple diet should be Crickets, but it is useful to vary with Calcium Worms, Mealworms/Buffalo Worms and Waxworms...

- Supplementation

For vitamin and mineral supplementation, dust 2 meals a week with Calcium Powder and one with a quality Multivitamin Complex (with Vit. D3). 

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