# White's Tree Frog (*Litoria caerulea*) White's Tree Frog is a friendly-looking green frog that enjoys climbing trees. They have big, bright eyes and a fun, bumpy skin! - **Category:** [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/amphibian) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 2/5 · Low - **Habitat:** Rainforests and suburban areas - **Also known as:** Australian Tree Frog, Green Tree Frog ![White's Tree Frog](https://res.cloudinary.com/drieglelr/image/upload/v1771426521/objects/5735.jpg) ## Appearance The White's Tree Frog is a large, sturdy frog, typically bright green to turquoise, often with a creamy white belly. It sometimes features small white spots along its sides and has distinctive, prominent eyes with horizontal pupils. Its slightly baggy skin above the eardrum gives it a unique 'sleepy' appearance. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Amphibia - **Order:** Anura - **Family:** Pelodryadidae - **Genus:** Ranoidea ## Interesting facts - Their scientific name, caerulea, means 'blue' despite their green color! - These frogs sometimes eat their own shed skin to recycle nutrients! - They inflate their bodies to look bigger and scare off predators! - White's tree frogs are sometimes called 'dumpies' due to their plump appearance! ## Special abilities - **Desert Hydrator:** White's Tree Frog can store water in its bladder and under its skin, helping it survive long dry periods by staying hydrated. - **Super Climber:** White's Tree Frog has special sticky pads on its toes, allowing it to easily grip smooth surfaces like leaves and glass. - **Healing Skin:** White's Tree Frog's skin produces special chemicals with antibiotic properties, helping to protect it from germs and predators. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 7-12 cm - **Weight:** 0.03-0.1 kg - **Lifespan:** 5-16 years - **Speed:** 2 km/h - **Clutch Size:** 200-2000 - **Metamorphosis:** 28-70 days ## Diet & Feeding These tree frogs are skilled hunters, mostly eating insects and other small invertebrates they catch at night. - **Age differences:** Tadpoles are herbivorous, feeding on algae and decaying plant matter before metamorphosis. - **Primary Foods:** crickets, moths, grasshoppers, cockroaches, spiders, worms - **Foraging Method:** Ambush ## Ecological connections - **Eaten by:** Carpet Python (*Morelia spilota*) — A common predator in their Australian habitat. - **Eaten by:** [Laughing Kookaburra](https://www.snappit.app/explore/laughing-kookaburra) (*Dacelo novaeguineae*) — Large birds prey on frogs in trees. - **Eaten by:** Eastern Banjo Frog (*Limnodynastes dumerilii*) — Larger predatory frogs may eat smaller species. - **Hunts:** [Field Cricket](https://www.snappit.app/explore/field-cricket) (*Gryllus assimilis*) — A common insect prey for the frogs. ## Traits - [Webbed Feet](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/webbed-feet): Characterized by having toes connected by a membrane, typically aiding in swimming. - [Social](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/social): Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring. - [Arboreal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/arboreal): Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators. - [Colorful](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/colorful): Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors. - [Insectivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/insectivorous): This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates. - [Longevous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/longevous): This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind. - [Rainforest](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/rainforest): This habitat trait refers to species found in tropical rainforests, characterized by high annual rainfall, high biodiversity, and dense tree cover. - [Freshwater](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/freshwater): Freshwater habitats include non-saline aquatic environments such as rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands, vital for numerous species. - [Nocturnal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/nocturnal): Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day. ## Collections - [Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/amphibians) - [Reptiles & Amphibians](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/reptiles-and-amphibians) ## Safety **Danger:** 2/5 · Low Look but don’t touch. Keep a safe distance and wash hands after exploring. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify White's Tree Frog? Check the toe pads, leg length, eye markings, back pattern and body shape. Don't lean on color: some frogs change shade to match their surroundings. Frog Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details. ### How long is White's Tree Frog? 7-12 cm ### How much does White's Tree Frog weigh? 0.03-0.1 kg ### How long does White's Tree Frog live? 5-16 years ### How fast can White's Tree Frog move? 2 km/h ### What does White's Tree Frog eat? These tree frogs are skilled hunters, mostly eating insects and other small invertebrates they catch at night. ### Where is White's Tree Frog usually found? Rainforests and suburban areas ### How does White's Tree Frog hunt? Ambush ## More Amphibians - [Eastern Red-backed Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-red-backed-salamander) (*Plethodon cinereus*) - [California Slender Salamander](https://www.snappit.app/explore/california-slender-salamander) (*Batrachoseps attenuatus*) - [Cuban Tree Frog](https://www.snappit.app/explore/cuban-tree-frog) (*Osteopilus septentrionalis*) - [European Toad](https://www.snappit.app/explore/european-toad) (*Bufo bufo*) --- Source: [White's Tree Frog: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/white-s-tree-frog)