Once you have set up the basic requirements, adding red eyed tree frog tank decorations creates a unique and attractive environment. There are several ways to enhance the decorative aspect of your red eyed tree frog tank and you may even make your frog happier too!
Wood Features
Driftwood or artificial branches are aesthetically pleasing and the red eyed tree frog can climb on them. You can set up several branches and pieces of driftwood within the tank to give your frog a variety of places to climb.
Pet stores have a variety of red eyed tree frog tank decorations, such as hollow logs and artificial branches. The hollow logs are great hiding places for your frog. You can also add hollow rocks for them to hide in. In addition, rocks add a great textural mix with the logs in your tank.
If you prefer, you can use branches from your own yard but be sure they are free of potentially harmful pesticides, bacteria and parasites. The best way to ensure that they are safe is scrub them with antibacterial soap and freeze the branches for at least 48 hours.
Water Features
Red eyed tree frogs require a water source. You can make it decorative and useful by installing a waterfall in the tank. This will also help maintain the humidity level in the tank. Another great water feature that will add great aesthetic value to your tank is a rock pool. Instead of using a simple dish for water, add some interest with a rock pool.
You can purchase a misting machine to install in the tank to provide a fine mist of water. This not only creates a beautiful, tropical effect but it helps raise the humidity level in the tank. This feature would make your little friend feel right at home.
Plants
To further enhance your frog’s habitat, red eyed tree frog tank decorations such as moss, can be used. Place it over the tank’s substrate and keep it moist. Add further appeal to the tank by planting live plants or using artificial ones.
If you choose live plants, make sure they are not poisonous to the red eyed tree frog. Pothos ivy, ferns and philodendrons are all safe to use and provide great cover for your frog. They look attractive in the tank, especially when enhanced with the driftwood, branches and other features installed.
Background Scenery
A great way to add character to your red eyed tree frog tank decorations is to install a colorful background. Not only will this stimulate the frog, but it makes a great backdrop for the plants, wood and other accessories you’ve incorporated into the frog’s environment.
It is believed that having just one color in the background will affect the frog negatively. Therefore, it is probably best to have a mix of colors for your tank background. You can find great natural backgrounds in pet stores that will integrate well into your red eyed tree frog’s home.
Red eyed tree frog tank decorations can add individuality to the tank and create a very attractive decorative feature to your room. Choose the decorations carefully, ensuring that they are safe for your frog and functional as well as decorative.
