Green Tree Frogs: Australia’s Friendly Frogs!

Green tree frogs are one of Australia’s most beloved amphibians! With their bright green skin, big golden eyes, and adorable smiles, these frogs are not only cute but also full of surprises. Let’s hop into some amazing facts about these little rainforest dwellers!

1. They Can Live for a Long Time!

Unlike many other small creatures, green tree frogs have an impressive lifespan. In the wild, they can live for 10 to 15 years. That’s a long life for a little frog!

2. They Have a Rainy Season Romance

Green tree frogs love the wet season, and that’s when they find a mate! Males call loudly to attract females, making deep croaking sounds, especially before and after rain. Females lay up to 2,000 eggs in water, which hatch into tadpoles within just two days!

3. From Tadpole to Tree Frog

Green tree frogs start life as tiny tadpoles swimming in the water. It takes about six weeks for them to grow legs and transform into baby frogs (froglets). They reach full adult size in about two years and can grow up to 10cm long.

4. They Hibernate in Summer

When the weather gets too dry and hot, green tree frogs go into aestivation—a type of summer hibernation! They find cool, damp places like tree hollows, rock crevices, or even drainpipes to rest and stay hydrated until the next rain.

5. They Love a Good Home

Unlike some frogs that move around a lot, green tree frogs often stay in the same place for years. They prefer damp, sheltered spots and will return to their favorite hiding places, even inside people’s houses! If you’ve ever found a frog in your bathroom or mailbox, chances are it’s been living nearby for a while!

Green tree frogs are not just adorable; they play an important role in nature by keeping insect populations in check. Next time you spot one, give it a little wave—but remember, don’t touch! Frogs have sensitive skin that absorbs everything around them, so it's best to admire them from a distance.

Want to learn more about Australia’s amazing wildlife? Check out our Wild About Wildlife activity book for fun facts, puzzles, and colouring pages!

Green Tree Frog by Joan Li on Unsplash