Gray tree frog calling

Originally Posted by Greenlove

Will Gray tree frogs call in the spring if they are kept in captivity?

They shouldn't go into full blown chorus mode unless you cycle them, hiberante them through the winter in a cold area and don't feed them.
From what I understand and have read if you keep them at a constant temperature and humidity they will keep quiet and the male are the only ones that call anyway. I do beleive that they may, but rarely, make a few noises if they are held, touched by a human or other frog, or a few other reasons, but it is rare.

My male gray calls without hibernating. Not a full, all night calling, but he's usually consistent to give several minutes worth with the right cues. He is usually set off by the lights going out (and will call intermittently through the night), the cage being misted, or the temperature going up a couple of degrees (when the furnace kicks on). Season is irrelevant to him, though a rainy day outside does seem to help set him off. I've heard some are shy and won't call when being watched, mine happily has no such qualms, and will continue calling even with a curious cat or two on the cage.

<<<----edit-that's Waldo doing his thing as my avatar, he ain't shy!

Unclechester-----I'm really happy to hear that. I love hearing them call in the spring outside, and was worried I wouldn't get to hear my little guys sing. Your little Waldo sure is a handsome fella.

Originally Posted by UncleChester

I've heard some are shy and won't call when being watched

That's how mines is. He calls couple times a week.