Fauna
Amphibian

White's Tree Frog

Litoria caerulea

Also known as Australian Green Tree Frog, Dumpy Tree Frog, Smiling Tree Frog

These large, docile amphibians are famous for their plump, folds-of-skin appearance and calm demeanor, often spending their days tucked into moist, shaded crevices. Their skin has a waxy coating that helps them retain moisture, allowing them to survive in drier environments than most other tree frogs. During the summer breeding season, males produce a deep, repetitive barking call from hollow trees or downpipes to attract mates.

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White's Tree Frog reference
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Key facts
Diet & preyMoths, Cockroaches, Locusts
Predators
  • Birds of prey
  • Snakes
  • Feral cats
ThreatsHabitat destruction, chytrid fungus infection, and vehicle collisions
HabitatsCanopy forests, woodlands, grasslands, and suburban gardens near water sources
Life span15 to 20 years
Classification
  1. FamilyPelodryadidae
  2. SpeciesLitoria caerulea
Range & activity
Range data is not available yet.
Safe observation
Interaction riskLow
  1. Low
  2. Moderate
  3. High
  4. Very high
Why interaction risk is low
Safe to observe at a normal distance.
Responsible observation
  • Listen for calls: Listen for their distinctive, deep barking call on warm, humid nights.
  • Check downpipes: Look around outdoor lights, downpipes, and moist bathroom windows where they hunt.
  • Avoid handling: Minimize handling to protect their highly sensitive, permeable skin from oils.
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