If you are considering getting a White’s tree frog as a pet, one of the main concerns might potentially be what to feed it. This article will provide you with all the necessary details on feeding your White’s tree frog while ensuring its health and well-being.
what Do White’s Tree Frogs Eat?
White’s tree frogs are insectivores,meaning they primarily eat insects. In captivity, they can be fed a variety of feeder insects such as crickets, roaches, worms, and other bugs. It is indeed crucial to offer your frog a varied diet for optimal nutrition.
This species of frog is highly popular among pet owners and has even made it to our list of the best pet tree frogs.
What Type of Insects Should I Feed My White’s Tree Frog?
As mentioned earlier, White’s tree frogs primarily eat insects in captivity. The most commonly available feeder insect is crickets which can be found at commercial pet stores or through online vendors. When choosing crickets for your frog, make sure to consider their size as baby frogs cannot consume full-grown crickets and vice versa. It is indeed critically important to offer your frog a cricket that it can comfortably eat to satisfy its appetite.
In addition to crickets, Dubia roaches are also a great option for White’s tree frogs if you have a reliable supplier.These roaches are high in nutrients and can provide your frog with the necessary nutrition. Just like crickets, make sure to choose an appropriate size for your frog.
Other suitable feeder insects for White’s tree frogs include reptiworms, wax worms, hornworms, and mealworms. These insects will trigger your frog’s feeding response due to their movement. For added entertainment, you can hand-feed using tongs as these frogs have large appetites.
Should I Feed my White’s Tree Frog Vitamin Supplements?
The answer is yes! Most reptiles and amphibians kept in captivity require additional calcium and vitamin supplements in their diet. While metabolic bone disease and other associated disorders are less common in pet amphibians compared to reptiles, it is indeed still critically important to provide them with the necessary vitamins and nutrients.
We recommend dusting your feeder insects with Sticky Tongue Farms’ indoor supplement at least once weekly or more frequently for younger frogs. As they mature, you can reduce the frequency of dusting.
How Frequently enough Should I Feed My Pet White’s Tree Frog?
Baby frogs should be fed at least once daily. It is important to note
They mainly eat insects like crickets, mealworms, and waxworms!