I'm new to keeping frogs. I own a red eyed tree frog and I'm not an expert . I've heard people on this forum say red eyes don't need light and they may be right. I know a day and night cycle is provided for them in nature so I suggest providing them one in captivity. I'm looking into a device called the light cycle unit . This device provides proper day night cycle for reptiles and also has a 30 min dimmer for simulationof dusk and dawn this gives your little pet time to hide from the light they don't need :P . Live plants like in nature are nice for them but apparentlynot mandatory.