Greenback Frog

Rana erythraea

   The Asian Greenback, also known as the Emerald or Cascade Frog, is a small to medium frog. Males are much smaller than females, remaining under 2 inches SVL their whole lives. Females can reach up to 3 inches SVL. These frogs are green with cream stomachs and cream colored stripes down each side of their back, snout to vent. The hind legs are thick and sturdy, and the hind feet are webbed.

-In Nature-

Range

Greenback Frogs are found in Southeast Asia.

Life Span

These frogs live less than 5 years in the wild on average.

Diet 

In their natural habitat, these frogs eat small insects.

-In Captivity-

Life Span

In captivity, these frogs are known to live 5 to 10 years.

Diet

Captive Greenbacks may be fed crickets, fruit flies, mealworms, waxworms, and bloodworms.

Housing

A 10 gallon terrarium may house 3 to 4 males, or 2 females. The enclosure should have a land to water ratio of 25/75 or 50/50. The substrate may be coconut fiber or a like mixture. Plants and hides should be available for security. There should also be climbing features such as branches, logs, and rocks.

Feeding

Each Adult should be fed 3 or so crickets, or substitute prey, daily. All prey items should be calcium dusted.

Temperature

70 to 75°F days, 65°F nights

Humidity

60 to 80%

Heating & Lighting

LEDs or low-wattage bulbs will accommodate heating and lighting needs.

Handling

These frogs are extremely excitable, and likewise very jumpy. They should only be handled when necessary, and extreme caution should be used to avoid escapes.

Compatibility

Greenback Frogs are social, and can be kept in groups when provided with enough space.