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Questions:
What other items would you suggest I get to make the terrarium as self sufficient as possible/requiring lower maintenance?
You have selected some great items to get started and only missing the light fixture unless that comes with the kit and the plants and maybe some vines or a large piece of wood for them to climb on.

Best to have all live plants or some live and some fake?
I go with all live plants so i don't have to pull plastic ones out to clean.

Which plants are most preferred by White's Tree Frogs in your experience?
I would so with something like a tiger striped bromeliad since they have nice broad leaves, some snake plant, and maybe some pothos.

Plantation Soil vs ABG Mix vs Coconut substrate?
Can't go wrong with either choice.

If I treat the water with Biotize will I still need to switch the water out everyday?
Since your WTFs will be very active and pretty comical at times, they do tend to trash the water dish fast and i usually had to change mine daily. They defecate and carry substrate into the water nightly. Get some Leaf Liter for on top of the substrate to cut down on how dirty the frogs get. All you do is pour it in and let it deteriorate right into the substrate.


Phoenix Worms vs Dubia Roaches vs Crickets? Money is not an issue.
Cricket or the roaches or a mix of each.

Is there any place that sells screens I can use for the false bottom to separate the Hydrotons from the substrate or do I have to construct one myself?
Any hardware store should have window screen replacement rolls for about 6 bucks a roll. Trim it to have a 1/2 oninch extra on all sides.


Opinions on Calcimine? Can enough calcium be absorbed through their skin? Amazon.com: Hagen Exo Terra Calcimine, 3.3-Ounce: Pet Supplies
No, they have to digest it through feeding.


Is it a bad idea to get two babies as a beginner frog enthusiast?
Not at all as long as your keeping temps and humidity correct for them.
Also meal size needs to be no longer than the distance between the frogs eyes so keep that in mine when looking at what food source you can obtain.

When will Josh's Frogs start selling White's Tree Frogs again? Their reviews are great.
Ask them on their chat otion on their site during the weekdays. You also have some good reptile shows in NYC and Whiteplains.

Best brand of 10% bleach cleaner or is making my own from Clorox just as good?
make your own but you will rarely need it with a fully planted viv.


Best ways/products to measure temperature/humidity? (I read that a temperature gun is for surface area and not air temperature)
Exactly. I like a good old fashion temp gauge that sticks on the side or the Zoo Med digital gauges. If buying the stick ones, just compare a few in the store and select one that is reading similar to others.