Cinnamon Tree Frog (Nyctixalus pictus)

The cinnamon tree frog (Nyctixalus pictus) is a widespread and locally abundant species of tree frog from Southeast Asia. They are small, orange-brown frogs with striking white spots.

Found in lowland regions of the Malay Peninsula, Borneo and Sumatra, close to permanent water, these frogs are best suited to a semi-aquatic paludarium. Once the enclosure has been established and correct environmental parameters are reached, these frogs breed readily in captivity.

**Cinnamon tree frog (Nyctixalus pictus) husbandry**

Cinnamon tree frogs require a warm home (around 26°C) but can tolerate nightly temperature drops of up to 10°C. This makes them perfectly suited to home temperatures. A UVB T5 should provide enough additional heat to ensure daytime temperatures are reached. This will also help these nocturnal frogs to regulate their circadian rhythm.

Cinnamon tree frog (nyctixalus pictus)

Cinnamon tree frogs are also very small, rarely exceeding a few cm in length. A 45x45x45cm glass terrarium could easily house a trio. However, a larger fully-planted paludarium would make the ideal home. Cinnamon tree frogs breed in water-filled cavities so the addition of bromeliads to the enclosure flora can help replicate this need. There is no breeding season and adults will breed if the environmental needs are met.