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    Default Re: Whites Tree Frog stopped eating

    I won't let me post pictures. Says image not valid

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    Default Re: Whites Tree Frog stopped eating

    Especially stinky and runny poop suggests parasites, excess protozoa or an infection of some kind.

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    73F is too low for a daytime temp for WTFS. Mine are at 73-75F at night and 77-80+F during the day.
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    Default Re: Whites Tree Frog stopped eating

    I've had her at 73 all her life. Not sure if its too low though. She is always a bright green/blueish color

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    Default Re: Whites Tree Frog stopped eating

    What can i do if she wont poop any more. She doesn't have anything in her system as she keeps her mouth closed.

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    Default Re: Whites Tree Frog stopped eating

    Warmer temps help digestion. But as Elly already pointed out, it sounds from how you described the fecal matter that she has some sort of parasite, likely protozoan, going on. Without more poo there obviously can't be a test, but I'd look into getting her some medication.

    Answering the questions Elly posted would definitely be a help as well...
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    Default Re: Whites Tree Frog stopped eating

    Yep just answered for you guys!

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    Temperature in your tank is too cold (which slows digestion) and your humidity levels are too inconsistent. irThumper already posted ideal temperatures, and humidity should stay between 40-60% (with 50 being ideal). I would suggest misting smaller amounts of water more frequently to maintain a better constant humidity level.

    That said, temps are probably not the only problem, as it sounds like she has parasites. I would continue with honey baths (be sure you give her a plain water bath afterwards to remove honey residue) to help her poop so you can bring the fecal sample into the vet for a parasite check. Have you tried any other feeders to tempt him into eating? Something like waxworms or butterworms are more of a treat rather than a staple, but supposedly taste great to frogs and may at least give him something to poop out. Hornworms (not wild caught ones as they are toxic) or nightcrawlers are healthier but may be less tempting (and hornworms can be hard to find).

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    Default Re: Whites Tree Frog stopped eating

    Any temperatures over 76 and she stays on bottom of tank in corners where it the coolest and has the most shade.

    But pooping isn't the issue anymore as she has no food in her system. I need a way to get her to open her mouth or even attempt to try food. She simply acts like she cant see it (even though it moving right in front of her!)

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