{"product_id":"giant-waxy-monkey-tree-frog","title":"Phyllomedusa bicolor 'Giant Waxy Monkey Tree' Frog","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eOther Names (How it Got Its Names)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"515\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eCommon names: \u003cem data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"186\"\u003eGiant Waxy Monkey Tree Frog\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"214\"\u003eBicolor Waxy Monkey Frog\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"228\"\u003eKambo Frog\u003c\/em\u003e (in reference to its traditional use by indigenous groups).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"404\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"404\"\u003eCalled “monkey frog” because of the way it uses its strong limbs and opposable thumbs to climb like a monkey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"515\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"515\"\u003e“Waxy” refers to the waxy secretions it spreads on its skin to prevent dehydration in hot, dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"538\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"781\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"608\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eLarge, robust arboreal frog with a broad head and muscular limbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"714\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eKnown for producing waxy skin secretions, which they spread with their legs as a form of “sunscreen.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"781\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eNocturnal and slow-moving compared to many other frog species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"814\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eRecommended Vivarium Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eMinimum: 24” x 18” x 24” for a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"938\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"938\"\u003eTaller enclosures preferred with sturdy branches, cork, and broad-leaf plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eMust include both climbing areas and horizontal resting branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eDaytime: 75–82°F (24–28°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eNighttime: 70–74°F (21–23°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eProvide a slight gradient for thermoregulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1159\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e50–70% average humidity, with occasional spikes to 80% during misting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eUnlike dart frogs, they prefer lower ambient humidity with good ventilation, but still need nightly misting and hydration opportunities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eSize of Frog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eAdults can reach 4–5 inches (10–13 cm), making them one of the largest tree frogs in captivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003eLife Span\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e10–15 years in captivity with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eDiet includes crickets, roaches, locusts, and other appropriately sized insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eAdults can also take larger prey such as moths and the occasional small vertebrate (in the wild).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eFeed 2–3 times per week; dust prey with calcium and vitamins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003eColor\/Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003eDorsal coloration is bright to olive green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1901\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003eVentral side is pale to creamy white, often with yellow\/golden hues on thighs and flanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eLarge, expressive eyes with horizontal pupils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2064\"\u003eSocial Behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003eGenerally tolerant when housed in pairs or small groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2128\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003eMales may call loudly at night; aggression is uncommon but monitor if multiple males are housed together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003eRequire ample space to reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2281\" 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rainy-season conditions (increased misting, higher humidity, and slightly warmer daytime temps).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2726\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2726\"\u003eEggs are typically laid on leaves overhanging water, wrapped inside the leaves by the female.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2813\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2813\"\u003eUpon hatching, tadpoles drop into the water below and develop until metamorphosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51857678598449,"sku":"Frog40","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/2332\/6769\/files\/GiantWaxyMonkey-3.jpg?v=1758380277","url":"https:\/\/finnsfrogfarm.com\/products\/giant-waxy-monkey-tree-frog","provider":"Finn's Frog 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