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Cuban tree frogs are common in the North American pet trade. They are
an invasive species in Florida, originally introduced accidentally by
hitchhiking aboard boats carrying produce. They have had a large impact
on other Florida amphibians because they often are more adaptable than
the native species. They also have a large appetite and can eat other
frogs. In addition to those two advantages, Cuban tree frogs are also
poisonous and have few predators. Their adaptability and large
appetite, although disadvantages for the native wildlife of Florida,
are good qualities for a captive amphibian, and they can make excellent
first pet frogs. It is imperative that those who live in a climate that
could potentially sustain a population of Cuban tree frogs act
responsibly while keeping them. Do not allow pets to be released or
escape into the environment. |
