Amphibian · Tree frog
Fringed leaf frog care guide
Cruziohyla craspedopus
The fringed leaf frog is a expert-level tree frog from Upper Amazon: Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil. Adults reach 5–7 cm and live 5–10 years in captivity. A specialist frog needing very clean water in tree-hole style containers for breeding.
- Enclosure 45 × 45 × 60 cm
- Temp 22–26°C
- Humidity 80–100%
How much does a fringed leaf frog cost in Canada?
Fringed leaf frog quick facts
- Skill level
- Expert
- Adult size
- 5–7 cm
- Lifespan
- 5–10 years
- Activity
- Nocturnal
- Native range
- Upper Amazon: Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil
- Minimum enclosure
- 45 × 45 × 60 cm (18 × 18 × 24 in, ≈ 32 US gal)
- Housing
- Up to 2 can share; add about 50% more floor space for each extra animal.
- Temperature
- 22–26°C
- Humidity
- 80–100%
- UVB
- Recommended
- Diet
- Insectivore – crickets, roaches, moths
- Bioactive style
- Tropical arboreal
Fringed leaf frog enclosure & bioactive setup
Give one adult at least 45 × 45 × 60 cm (18 × 18 × 24 inches). Up to 2 can share; add about 50% more floor space for each extra animal. This species suits a tropical arboreal bioactive build.
- Leaf litter2 cm
- Jurassic ABG Terrarium Mix8 cm
- Drainage – clay bio balls4 cm
Most of the action is vertical – keep the soil moist but not wet, and focus on perches and dense planting.
Temperature: 22–26°C. Humidity: 80–100%. UVB: Recommended.
What does a fringed leaf frog eat?
Insectivore – crickets, roaches, moths. Feed adults dusted insects every 2–3 days.
Handling, temperament & health
Delicate; hands-off.
Health watch: Stress and bacterial infections.
Cleaning & maintenance schedule
Daily
- Mist to raise humidity – usually a heavy evening misting with a dry-down by day.
- Check temperatures at perch height.
Weekly
- Feed; remove uneaten food (and diet dishes after 24–48 h).
- Check the drainage layer and prune vines.
- Look for stuck shed on toes and tails.
Monthly
- Top up leaf litter.
- Check branches and mounts are still secure.
- Clean glass, vents and misting nozzles.
Yearly
- Refresh the top of the soil in open areas.
- Replace UVB bulbs (if used) on schedule.
Recommended for a fringed leaf frog bioactive
Quantities are for one minimum-size enclosure (45 × 45 × 60 cm).
Clay Bio Balls
Drainage layer, 4 cm
Jurassic ABG Terrarium Mix
Bioactive soil layer, 8 cm
Magnolia Leaves 10/Pack
Leaf litter – food and cover for the clean-up crew
Fresh Sphagnum Moss Container
Moss for humidity pockets and planting
Cork Bark Backgrounds
Turns the back wall into climbing space
Cork Bark Tubes
A “tree trunk” to climb and hide in
Yamuna Spiderwood
Arboreal species prefer diagonal and horizontal perches
Cork Branches
More climbing routes
Fringed leaf frog FAQ
Is the fringed leaf frog good for beginners?
No – the fringed leaf frog is a specialist animal for expert keepers only. Delicate; hands-off.
What size enclosure does a fringed leaf frog need?
At least 45 × 45 × 60 cm (about 18 × 18 × 24 inches, roughly 32 US gallons) for one adult. Up to 2 can share; add about 50% more floor space for each extra animal.
How much does a fringed leaf frog cost in Canada?
Typically $300–600 CAD to buy, about $440–760 CAD for a complete bioactive enclosure, and $150–300 CAD a year to keep.
What temperature and humidity does a fringed leaf frog need?
Temperature: 22–26°C. Humidity: 80–100%.
What does a fringed leaf frog eat?
Insectivore – crickets, roaches, moths. Feed adults dusted insects every 2–3 days.
Similar species
This care sheet is general guidance from One Bioactive, not veterinary advice. Needs vary with age, locality and individual animals – confirm with your breeder and an exotics vet. Prices are typical Canadian ranges in CAD and change over time.