I'm 99.99% sure this is a Cuban Tree Frog, but need to be absolutely 100% certain. I'm in central FL and I know what I have to do and why, hence the need for total certainty (and time to work up the courage).
Thank you!
If it were me I’d keep it as a pet, but I understand that’s not a reality for everyone. Technically you’re supposed to euthanize them, but I won’t fault you if you don’t have the heart to do it.
God i hope you dont kill him/her. They are invasive but beautiful and have silly personalities. I annoyed the one on our porch and he relocated himself to the weird spot on the roof so I couldn't look at him
I have euthanized them in the past but now that I have owned frogs for years I kept the last two Cubans I found (I’m in Florida so it’s either euthanize or keep them) and their names are Bonita and Bonito :)
They really are pretty cute. I love that he was so annoyed, he had to move! 😂
A wild toad visited my dad each night and we'd find crickets and such for him. One time we offered him a June bug, which he found to be disgusting lol. Toad left and never came back 😂 we'd see him a few houses down though; like yours, he had to relocate!
Toads are very quirky guys. I have a female and male, my male doesnt like being alone but wont mate with my female. If she is eating hes eating. If shes in the water dish hes gotta squeeze in there too. The cuban frog didnt like that I found his hiding spot in the plants. I never touched him or bothered him other than looking at him. Bro didnt like it
I did not kill him. It's just not something I could intentionally do.
I am SO glad you're willing and able to give him a captive home! I hadn't thought of this — thank you for informing me of an alternative. I didn't capture him, so I'll look for him tonight and keep you updated.
Make sure you get some Oragel or another numbing agent if you do choose to euthanize it. Gently rub it onto the frog, it will completely numb them and put them to sleep. There is no need to cause unnecessary pain even if it is invasive.
literally dont kill it? who cares. is it affecting you? the government says "if you see this frog MURDER IT by shoving it your freezer and making it suffer." and you say "IM ON IT" like what? i literally dont understand s
human logic sometimes... id love for you to explain gow this frog is affecting your life so harshly....
They damage native frog species populations through eating them and can cause power outages by crawling into electrical components and getting themselves fried. They aren't really harmless.
native frog species eat other native frogs here in florida ive seen it myself... any frog can cause a power outage. they are just as harmless as any other frig.
Of course our native frogs eat each other, they are part of the natural food chain. The issue is that cuban tree frogs aren't part of that balance.
We have a duty as humans to fix ecosystems when we damage them, whether that be through pollution or through introducing invasive species. We can't just leave lionfish in our waters, or pythons in the everglades.
I hear you and I understand. I even agree with you on invasive species that do not cause significant negative impacts to native species. Please know that I did not euthanize him.
Intentionally hurting a living creature (except for cockroaches - f them) goes against every fiber of my being.
I truly love animals and wildlife — I am that crazy lady who blocks traffic, including major roads and freeway on/off ramps, to rescue the turtle or tortoise crossing the road. I've rescued an Evening Bat from freezing, several incapacitated Eastern Gray squirrels, and snakes that were in potentially harmful places. I, a 5'4" ~138lb girl, once threatened a man if he killed the Water Moccasin I was trying to keep safe.
Because I love wildlife so much, when I first saw this frog, I took a photo so I could identify and learn about them. That's when I learned about the harm they cause to native wildlife. It's due to my passion for wildlife that I recognize the need for Cuban TFs to be removed from Florida's precious ecosystem. As dumb as it is, I hadn't thought of finding a person to give them a home; I am really glad I posted.
Just in case you're not aware of their negative effects, here's some info:
Cuban treefrogs are having negative impacts on Florida's ecosystem. They are predators of Florida's native treefrogs and appear to be responsible for declines of some native treefrog species, such as native squirrel treefrogs whose tadpole population "declined significantly" after the introduction of Cuban TFs. Cuban treefrog tadpoles inhibit the growth and development of native southern toads and green treefrog tadpoles, too. They are the most likely source of several nonnative parasites that infect native treefrogs. They also harbor diseases of conservation concern for amphibians and the most likely vectors for the spread of these diseases across the US.
They take over bird houses, which negatively impacts native bird species nesting.
They enter human homes through pipes and most often appear in toilets and sinks (which they clog). Apparently, they have even been responsible for power outages.
https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/UW259
i own 8 of them myself. i grew them from eggs i found in a ouddle on the sidewalk to as big as they are now 6 months later. ive learned alot about them and i dont think the hate they are reciving is justified.
I wouldn't fault anyone on doing their part to protect an ecosystem!!! I love ecology and I understand even a worm plays its role. I have a massive heart for amphibians and reptiles so I have to be dramatic and say nooooo
You should look up cuban false chameleon too. Big ass lizard that looks like a green anole. Invasive ofc but theres one around my neighborhood its so freaky but cute cuz he eats the fruits I leave out
https://preview.redd.it/imko518clx8g1.jpeg?width=1008&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d5f4a1243f674c321dd9196cbd63793b8b054e66
If you’re able to keep it they make great pets 🥲 i have two i got through the froggy distribution system
Yes it’s a Cuban. Maybe you can find someone who wants one as a pet? I was gifted one who arrived on a plant shipment and she’s wonderful.
100%.
If it were me I’d keep it as a pet, but I understand that’s not a reality for everyone. Technically you’re supposed to euthanize them, but I won’t fault you if you don’t have the heart to do it.
Absolutely
God i hope you dont kill him/her. They are invasive but beautiful and have silly personalities. I annoyed the one on our porch and he relocated himself to the weird spot on the roof so I couldn't look at him
https://preview.redd.it/ux5ln7s0gv8g1.jpeg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fbc8a53037d54295af266c0211a48f13bce80c0d
Ofc my phone can still reach hehe
I have euthanized them in the past but now that I have owned frogs for years I kept the last two Cubans I found (I’m in Florida so it’s either euthanize or keep them) and their names are Bonita and Bonito :)
https://preview.redd.it/68cnh4j08z8g1.jpeg?width=1242&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e0b32da098903e15821b854ac25576ec81ccf46b
💚💚
I especially love the sideways one 😂
Send one to me, I have a beautiful enclosure and my 7-year-old Gray died back in September! 😢
They really are pretty cute. I love that he was so annoyed, he had to move! 😂 A wild toad visited my dad each night and we'd find crickets and such for him. One time we offered him a June bug, which he found to be disgusting lol. Toad left and never came back 😂 we'd see him a few houses down though; like yours, he had to relocate!
Toads are very quirky guys. I have a female and male, my male doesnt like being alone but wont mate with my female. If she is eating hes eating. If shes in the water dish hes gotta squeeze in there too. The cuban frog didnt like that I found his hiding spot in the plants. I never touched him or bothered him other than looking at him. Bro didnt like it
I'm in Orlando, literally i will take it off your hands for you. Just don't kill it.
I did not kill him. It's just not something I could intentionally do. I am SO glad you're willing and able to give him a captive home! I hadn't thought of this — thank you for informing me of an alternative. I didn't capture him, so I'll look for him tonight and keep you updated.
Thank you again!
Yay!! Thank you!!
Most definitely. :)
Make sure you get some Oragel or another numbing agent if you do choose to euthanize it. Gently rub it onto the frog, it will completely numb them and put them to sleep. There is no need to cause unnecessary pain even if it is invasive.
HEY !!!! For the love of God It’s 2025 let him decide what he is.
😂🤣😂
literally dont kill it? who cares. is it affecting you? the government says "if you see this frog MURDER IT by shoving it your freezer and making it suffer." and you say "IM ON IT" like what? i literally dont understand s human logic sometimes... id love for you to explain gow this frog is affecting your life so harshly....
They damage native frog species populations through eating them and can cause power outages by crawling into electrical components and getting themselves fried. They aren't really harmless.
native frog species eat other native frogs here in florida ive seen it myself... any frog can cause a power outage. they are just as harmless as any other frig.
Of course our native frogs eat each other, they are part of the natural food chain. The issue is that cuban tree frogs aren't part of that balance.
We have a duty as humans to fix ecosystems when we damage them, whether that be through pollution or through introducing invasive species. We can't just leave lionfish in our waters, or pythons in the everglades.
Completely agree.
I hear you and I understand. I even agree with you on invasive species that do not cause significant negative impacts to native species. Please know that I did not euthanize him. Intentionally hurting a living creature (except for cockroaches - f them) goes against every fiber of my being. I truly love animals and wildlife — I am that crazy lady who blocks traffic, including major roads and freeway on/off ramps, to rescue the turtle or tortoise crossing the road. I've rescued an Evening Bat from freezing, several incapacitated Eastern Gray squirrels, and snakes that were in potentially harmful places. I, a 5'4" ~138lb girl, once threatened a man if he killed the Water Moccasin I was trying to keep safe.
Because I love wildlife so much, when I first saw this frog, I took a photo so I could identify and learn about them. That's when I learned about the harm they cause to native wildlife. It's due to my passion for wildlife that I recognize the need for Cuban TFs to be removed from Florida's precious ecosystem. As dumb as it is, I hadn't thought of finding a person to give them a home; I am really glad I posted.
Just in case you're not aware of their negative effects, here's some info: Cuban treefrogs are having negative impacts on Florida's ecosystem. They are predators of Florida's native treefrogs and appear to be responsible for declines of some native treefrog species, such as native squirrel treefrogs whose tadpole population "declined significantly" after the introduction of Cuban TFs. Cuban treefrog tadpoles inhibit the growth and development of native southern toads and green treefrog tadpoles, too. They are the most likely source of several nonnative parasites that infect native treefrogs. They also harbor diseases of conservation concern for amphibians and the most likely vectors for the spread of these diseases across the US. They take over bird houses, which negatively impacts native bird species nesting. They enter human homes through pipes and most often appear in toilets and sinks (which they clog). Apparently, they have even been responsible for power outages. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/UW259
i own 8 of them myself. i grew them from eggs i found in a ouddle on the sidewalk to as big as they are now 6 months later. ive learned alot about them and i dont think the hate they are reciving is justified.
https://preview.redd.it/k5c7wyoj4z8g1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a9857fafc09f466815a348921b56d95164b048d9
Omfg you are loving my dream they all look so fat and happy im going to die
https://preview.redd.it/8upx3hgn5z8g1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1e57b5a9ba0a0b5f18b50e8247c798b9e317e0ca
these are both the same age one just wont grow lol
We have 2 that live in our yard here. I just wanna eat em up they are so silly
https://preview.redd.it/lnbkwn2s6z8g1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2df0b91d594e379a7246e35b65a79ad23189fe46
💚 they're cute! I love when frogs smoosh together lol
I get it. I don't hate them, it's the harm they inflict on our native species and general ecosystem.
I wouldn't fault anyone on doing their part to protect an ecosystem!!! I love ecology and I understand even a worm plays its role. I have a massive heart for amphibians and reptiles so I have to be dramatic and say nooooo
https://preview.redd.it/67izt8gh7z8g1.jpeg?width=3000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1573547b2c6b830fd09aad33dd81e7a4e9cb0439
They are my babies. My two toads f and m i rescued from chlorine water. Toads LOVE being where they arent supposed.
I feel like a lot of people give amphibians and reptiles such a bad rap. I've never understood why.
You should look up cuban false chameleon too. Big ass lizard that looks like a green anole. Invasive ofc but theres one around my neighborhood its so freaky but cute cuz he eats the fruits I leave out
i swear people just want excuses to kill shit so they dont have to worry about karma.