{"product_id":"leseur-s-creek-frog-pair","title":"Lesueur's Creek Frog Pair | Rhyaconastes lesueuri","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Lesueur's Creek Frog is a robust riparian frog from rocky creeks and rivers, and one of the larger \"rocky river\" frogs. A powerful swimmer and jumper, it does best with both water and land to explore, and this listing is for a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNatural Habitat\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe species is found along permanent rivers and fast-flowing rocky streams in forest and open country down the east and south-east of Australia. Natural origin for this listing is captive-bred stock of a species native to eastern and south-eastern Australian streams. The enclosure should recreate that habitat with a semi-aquatic setup of smooth rocks, flowing or still water and overhanging vegetation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA healthy specimen is well-muscled and clear-skinned with bright eyes and long, strong hind legs. Colour is generally fawn to brown with a black stripe through the eye over a prominent eardrum and purple-black flushes on the back of the thighs. Adult size is generally 5–7 cm, with females larger than males, so the animal should never be purchased only for its current size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTemperament and Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTemperament is best described as active and strong-swimming, spending time both in the water and resting on rock. This pair can be housed together, and further similar-sized frogs may be added to a large setup; keep only frogs of comparable size, as larger frogs may eat smaller ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed as an insectivore; a varied diet of live insects such as crickets, roaches, moths and flies. Offer food two to three times a week for adults and more often for juveniles, dusting with calcium and a vitamin supplement, and remove uneaten prey. Keep the water clean and dechlorinated at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA pair needs a semi-aquatic terrarium of at least 60 x 45 cm with a generous water area alongside dry rock and land. Keep ambient temperatures around 18–25°C by day with a cooler night drop, avoiding hot basking lamps. Low-level UVB is beneficial. Maintain high humidity with regular misting, provide smooth rocks, overhanging plants and gently moving or well-filtered water, and clean the water regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBreeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBreeding is triggered by warmer weather and rain, with males calling from stream banks and females laying eggs in streamside pools and backwaters where the tadpoles develop in running water. Breeding is achievable in a flowing-water setup but is not expected for most keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecies Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRhyaconastes lesueuri (syn. Litoria lesueuri)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLesueur's Frog (Rocky River Frog)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRocky rivers of eastern and south-eastern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–10 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemperament\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive, strong-swimming and semi-aquatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 60 x 45 cm for a pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended Enclosure Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger semi-aquatic terrarium with flowing water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsectivore - live insects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasking Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–25°C by day, cooler at night\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUVB Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot essential but beneficial — UV Index 0.5–1.5 + 2–5% UVB — semi-aquatic stream frog that does bask on rocks in filtered light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh, with a large water area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeepers wanting a robust semi-aquatic river frog\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicence Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes - reptile keeper's licence in most Australian states\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSuitable Tank Mates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest kept with other Lesueur's Creek Frogs of similar size in a spacious semi-aquatic terrarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAvoid Keeping With\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo not house with much smaller frogs, reptiles or fish that could be eaten or foul the water, and avoid mixing different frog species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize options reflect the sizes we stock; any shown as sold out will return as we restock. Australian livestock for in-store collection or local delivery, with our live arrival guarantee. A reptile keeper's licence is required to buy and keep native reptiles and amphibians in most Australian states - please ensure you hold the appropriate licence for your state before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nick's Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55234115436835,"sku":"BA9214","price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/leseurs-creek-frog-pair.jpg?v=1781498499","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/leseur-s-creek-frog-pair","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}