I started this section on our website because I think these animals also deserve their own space...

White Lipped Tree Frog

Litoria infrafrenata - Australia's largest amphibian

Ranging in color from the brightest greens to red-browns, mauve, black and even metallic-blue the Giant
Tree Frog is one of the most sought after species in captivity. It inhabits the northern coastal reaches of
Queensland, and extends into New Guinea. A distinctive cream or white stripe along its lower lip has
gained this frog its other common name the White-Lipped Tree Frog. Despite its regular arrival in the
southern states on fruit shipments, it is still an uncommon pet. Laying up to 6,000 eggs at a time and
reaching its adult size of 120-140mm in 6-8 months its scarcity in captivity has been largely contributed to
by poor availability of husbandry information. If cared for properly this species can make a long lived and
interesting pet. The following information should help facilitate a long and happy experience with your
frog.
Enclosures
A variety of different containers may be used to house Giant Tree Frogs. They must be water proof and
non-toxic. Glass and plastics are the best materials, but be aware that some plastics are corroded by ultra
violet (U.V.) light (see discussion headed: lighting) and may crack and break in a matter of months. For
visibility, longevity and aesthetic appeal a glass aquarium is best. Any enclosure must be secure and
escape proof. A tight fitting wooden or aluminum frame covered with fly-mesh provides the necessary
ventilation and security while allowing the valuable U.V. light to reach the frogs. Use only fiberglass fly mesh
as steel or aluminum provide abrasive surfaces on which the frogs will injure themselves. A
standard 3ft (90cm) aquarium would adequately house two to three adult frogs.
Temperature / Heating
It is imperative that Giant Tree Frogs be kept warm. Prolonged exposure to temperatures below 15°C will
result in the death of your animals. If you do not have a purpose built heated room the most effective way
to heat your enclosure is by the use of an aquarium heater placed in the water. The water should be heated
to 28-30°C and this should ensure that the air temperature remains above 20°C. A waterfall or some other
form of water movement will increase evaporation and help maintain and stabilize the temperature and
humidity of the air. If excessive heat loss is occurring, part of the lid may be covered with glass or plastic.
Be sure however that this cover is not beneath the light fixture as it will stop the necessary U.V. light from
reaching the frogs.

(thank you to the Amphibian Research centre for the fab. care sheet)

Albino Pac Man Frog

Pac-man Frogs get their name for their overly large mouth. Their mouth is so disproportionately large compared to their body that they look like a Pac Man character.   Natural Location: Rainforests of South America Average Lifespan: 6 years Estimated Size: Males up to 7" and females up to 9"

Feeding & Water

When feeding your Pacman frog keep in mind that it does have teeth and will bite just about anything that moves. With this in mind it is advisable to either place the food on the ground or use tongs to feed it to your Pacman Frog. Common food for these frogs includes crickets, mice and fish. Calcium supplements should be provided to your Pacman frog about once monthly. For juvenile Pacmans it should be more often, approximately once per week.

Temperature, Lighting & Humidity

Pacman frogs prefer a temperature gradient of about 72 degrees F to 82 degrees F. 10 to 12 hour periods of light are plenty for a Pacman frog. If it goes much longer than this the frog may not eat. Incandescent lights have a tendency to dry out the skin of frogs so it is best to use fluorescent lights. The humidity level requirements for a Pacman frog are relatively high so be sure to mist the habitat frequently.

Housing

An aquarium of at least 10 gallons is needed to house a Pacman frog. A lid is also required so it does not escape. When choosing a substrate make sure that it provides a hiding place for your frog that simulates the leaves on a forest floor like its native habitat. The skin of Pacman frogs is very sensitive so take special care when deciding on the items to place in the habitat (plants, substrate, etc).