New Whites tree frog setup

[jasonm96]

Sounds good, small heat light as well, they work both hand in hand.

If it's just the one frog then a 20 gallon "high" or 18" cube Exo Terra is the minimum, but 30 gallon/18x18x24" tanks are better

[snortz21]

Sounds good, small heat light as well, they work both hand in hand.

If it's just the one frog then a 20 gallon "high" or 18" cube Exo Terra is the minimum, but 30 gallon/18x18x24" tanks are better

Is it really necessary to have a basking bulb. I ask because WTFs come from the rainforest, not the desert and spend much of their time under shaded trees. If necessary, what kind of basking bulb would u recommend (brand and size)? Remember, I do have a heat pad to put on the side so I don't wanna have too much heat in the tank and dry it out.


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[jasonm96]

They don't come from rainforests in Australia. There's a range of different habitats in Australia and Whites live in woodlands or grasslands with suitable climbing and water areas, most of the time it stays relatively dry. The ones in New Guinea live in the same. However, even frogs that do live in rainforests can still bask in the higher, exposed branches or open areas of ground.

With a 10-gallon long the options are limited since the frog will get so close the light. For that reason I would use an white incandescent bulb rather than a spotlight. Try a 25-40w one to see what provides temps.

[snortz21]

Sounds good, small heat light as well, they work both hand in hand.

If it's just the one frog then a 20 gallon "high" or 18" cube Exo Terra is the minimum, but 30 gallon/18x18x24" tanks are better

One last thing, should I place my heat mat on the bottom of the tank or on the side? I'd rather place it on the side because I'm worried that if I put it it on the bottom, then the heat won't radiate through the 2+ inches of coconut fiber substrate. Whereas if I put it on the side, it will allow the heat to dissipate throughout the tank much easier and the frog likes to stick to the glass so he could stick in front of it to stay warm. Let me know what you think


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[jasonm96]

I would use the heat lamp during the day for a thermal gradient of 75F to 85F under the light. You could then put the mat on the wall or ground on a thermostat to come on if temps drop below 68F. If you use it on the bottom then reduce the substrate to one inch or less. A deep substrates is not needed unless you're going for a bio-active tank with drainage layer and a few inches deep for planting. This is best done in a tanks 24" high since the layered substrate will waste available height to the frog

[artgecko]

I just setup my WTF colony last month.. I use a large plastic tub with latching lid that I soldered air holes all over (sides, top, etc.). I use a CHE (ceramic heat emitter) in a dome lamp suspended over the tub on one end (it is hanging on a lamp stand). That gets their basking area to ~85-89f. It is controlled via a dimmer and I adjust it (using an IR heat gun) to the correct temp. I leave it on 24/7 and have seen them using it day and night. My ambient temps in that room are already 75f though.

WTF get large...Mine have grown considerably since I got them a month ago, so I'd plan on a larger tank soon, or use a plastic tub like I am doing. Mine will eventually go into a large bioactive setup I am building the background of right now.

I feed my WTF dubia roaches dusted with vitamins / cal+d3 and feed them every other day. I use a feeding bowl and the frogs have taken to it pretty quickly. As soon as the bowl goes in, I will see at least 2 WTF jump in to start eating. The roaches can't climb out if the bowl is smooth glass or ceramic about 1" high or taller. I leave them in overnight with a moisture source (carrot) so the feeders have something to munch on.

I would also suggest a large water bowl and change it very frequently. I try to change mine 1-2x a day as they foul it every night and sometimes in the day. I use standard dechlorinated water for that and to spray my hands if I have to handle them..I typically use gloves to handle and only remove if I need to clean their cage.

Good luck! I love my WTF and am already looking for more to add to my colony.

[snortz21]

I just setup my WTF colony last month.. I use a large plastic tub with latching lid that I soldered air holes all over (sides, top, etc.). I use a CHE (ceramic heat emitter) in a dome lamp suspended over the tub on one end (it is hanging on a lamp stand). That gets their basking area to ~85-89f. It is controlled via a dimmer and I adjust it (using an IR heat gun) to the correct temp. I leave it on 24/7 and have seen them using it day and night. My ambient temps in that room are already 75f though.

WTF get large...Mine have grown considerably since I got them a month ago, so I'd plan on a larger tank soon, or use a plastic tub like I am doing. Mine will eventually go into a large bioactive setup I am building the background of right now.

I feed my WTF dubia roaches dusted with vitamins / cal+d3 and feed them every other day. I use a feeding bowl and the frogs have taken to it pretty quickly. As soon as the bowl goes in, I will see at least 2 WTF jump in to start eating. The roaches can't climb out if the bowl is smooth glass or ceramic about 1" high or taller. I leave them in overnight with a moisture source (carrot) so the feeders have something to munch on.

I would also suggest a large water bowl and change it very frequently. I try to change mine 1-2x a day as they foul it every night and sometimes in the day. I use standard dechlorinated water for that and to spray my hands if I have to handle them..I typically use gloves to handle and only remove if I need to clean their cage.

Good luck! I love my WTF and am already looking for more to add to my colony.

Sounds like you have a nice setup going. I'll probably buy a basking bulb along with the uvb bulb for day and a night heat bulb for night. I have an old 20 gallon high I'm going to use which should be good for one frog and maybe a second eventually. I plan on feeding them crickets as a staple and meal/wax worms as a treat. I will make sure to dust the crickets as well. I also do have a nice, large corner water dish...however it's not very deep (only like an inch). How deep is your water bowl? Also let me know what you think of my setup!


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