Red Eyed Tree Frog | Agalychnis callidryas
Plan the habitat for the adult animal, with secure housing and room to carry out its natural behaviour.
At a Glance
| Origin & natural habitat |
Central America; humid forest vegetation. |
| Adult size |
Around 5–8 cm. |
| Lifespan |
Around 8–12 years. |
| Temperament |
Individuals vary; allow time to settle before any handling. |
| Activity |
Night-active. |
| Social needs |
Compatible adults of similar size can share a sufficiently large species-only habitat. |
Housing & Setup
Enclosure dimensions are length × depth × height unless stated otherwise. Plan for the adult animal; larger, suitably furnished housing is encouraged.
| Adult housing |
At least 45 × 45 × 60 cm for one or two compatible adults; larger for a group. |
| Enclosure type |
Tall arboreal terrarium. |
| Temperature |
Day 24–28°C; night around 20–22°C. |
| Lighting & UVB |
Gentle daytime lighting and appropriate low-level UVB, with shaded retreats; use full darkness at night. |
| Humidity / moisture |
Around 60–80%, rising after misting with drying and ventilation. |
| Substrate |
Species-appropriate, pesticide-free substrate; avoid aromatic woods. |
| Furnishings & filtration |
Broad leaves, branches, shaded resting places and a shallow conditioned-water dish. |
Behaviour & Compatibility
Display amphibian; avoid routine handling. When necessary, use clean, rinsed, wet hands or moistened powder-free gloves. Never mix species.
Feeding & Nutrition
Offer varied, appropriately sized gut-loaded live insects. Growing juveniles need small meals more frequently; adults generally need measured meals 2–3 times weekly, adjusted to body condition. Gut-load feeder insects and use calcium and a reptile multivitamin according to the product instructions and the animal’s UVB provision. Avoid overlapping vitamin D3 products; ask our reptile team to check the schedule for this animal. Keep fresh water available.
Routine Care
Check conditions and appetite daily. Remove waste and leftover insects promptly; replace bathing water with conditioned water. Keep airflow and drainage working, and seek an exotics vet for persistent skin, movement or appetite changes.
Important Before Buying
Run and check the enclosure before collection. Adult housing requirements apply even when the animal is sold as a baby. Confirm the animal’s current food, age and supplement schedule with our reptile team.
Live Animals Are Click & Collect Only
We do not ship live animals. Order online and wait for confirmation that your animal is ready before collecting from Newlands Home and Garden Centre, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. Have the enclosure prepared and its conditions checked before collection.
