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How much should my green tree frogs be moving around? I know they are nocturnal, so during the day they don't move around much, but my frogs are usually in the same spot all the time. I'm guessing they move around at night because their water bowl is always near empty in the morning. Is there any way kind of light I can use to see them move around at night without disturbing them? I'm just concerned they are not happy.

I haven't any experiance with green tree frogs, but I know a heck of a lot about Cuban Tree Frogs. They are nocturnal as well, so maybe I can help a bit.

How are the temperatures? If they're chilly to cold, they're trying to sleep, most likely. When cold, frogs usually find a secluded spot and remain in the water-retaining position until they feel it is warm enough to come out and "play"

Or... maybe they're just lazy! My guys are big fat buggers, and they're lazy all the time- but they're more than happy.

Hope I shed a little light on this topic.
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Amanda ^_^

"Animals are reliable, many full of love, true in their affections, predictable in their actions, grateful and loyal. Difficult standards for people to live up to." ~Alfred A. Montapert

Well, it gets up to about 75 degrees in there during the day. Maybe that's not warm enough. At night it gets down to about 65.

I believe 65 degrees is a little chilly for them at night, and that is why they are being sluggish. I think there are certain heat bulbs you can purchase that will not disturb their sleeping patterns (or yours! ) and they can come in very low wattages, so you can raise the temps just ever so slightly.

I'd suggest doing a bit of research on their daytime and nighttime temps.

Good luck.
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Amanda ^_^

"Animals are reliable, many full of love, true in their affections, predictable in their actions, grateful and loyal. Difficult standards for people to live up to." ~Alfred A. Montapert

any pet store will sell special red or black bulbs that produce light which reptiles/amphibians cannot see, so use those to see your frogs at night.

Black bulbs produce less light but create more of a natural moonlight look, whereas red bulbs make it much easier to see but can be very obtrusive (especially if the frog is in a bedroom)

hope this helps

I use a plain, 25 watt, red bulb from the hardware/grocery store to provide both heat and night time viewing light. My dumpy frog is fine with it and the bulb will cost a lot less than a petshop product.