TreeFrog.
Paleontour, Flickr Name: Dumpy Tree Frog, aka White's Tree Frog, aka Smiling Tree Frog Personality: Docile and reasonably easy to tame, according to Animal Planet. Care: Dumpy tree frogs have just a few requirements: A large dish of clean, fresh water; high humidity and a controlled temperature range; as well as a diet of gut-loaded mealworms, crickets and waxworms, according to Animal Planet. All About Frogs suggests at least a 25-gallon tank or terrarium filled with plants and hollow branches. (Taller branches rather than wide ones are the best option, so the frog(s) can climb.) You'll also need a lamp and proper lighting: 12 hours of light, 12 hours of dark. Common Health Issues: This ...
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