What is the scientific name of the Solomon Island Leaf Frog?

The scientific name of the Solomon Island Leaf Frog is Cornufer guentheri.

What are other common names for the Solomon Island Leaf Frog?

The Solomon Island Leaf Frog is also known as Solomon Island eyelash frog and Gunther’s triangle frog.

Where are Solomon Island Leaf Frogs native to?

Solomon Island Leaf Frogs are native to Solomon Islands.

How big do Solomon Island Leaf Frogs get?

Adult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs typically reach 2.5-3 inches.

How long do Solomon Island Leaf Frogs live?

Solomon Island Leaf Frogs live about 10-15 years with proper care.

What temperatures does a Solomon Island Leaf Frog need?

Recommended temperatures for a Solomon Island Leaf Frog: 68-70°F cool side, 75-77°F warm side, and No basking spot.

What humidity does a Solomon Island Leaf Frog need?

Solomon Island Leaf Frogs need 70-100% humidity.

Do Solomon Island Leaf Frogs need UVB lighting?

UVB lighting is recommended because it benefits Solomon Island Leaf Frogs. Lighting spec: UVA/UVB benefits animal.

What size enclosure does a Solomon Island Leaf Frog need?

Recommended enclosure sizes for a Solomon Island Leaf Frog: Baby-Young: 24”x12”x12” (<1 year+); Adult: 36”x18”x12” (pair/trio adult size). Always base adult size enclosure off of adult size. Larger enclosures encourage animals to exhibit natural behaviors.

What do Solomon Island Leaf Frogs eat?

Solomon Island Leaf Frogs eat: Insectivores.

Are Solomon Island Leaf Frogs good for beginners?

Solomon Island Leaf Frogs are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Intermediate for keeper experience.

Are Solomon Island Leaf Frogs nocturnal or diurnal?

Solomon Island Leaf Frogs are nocturnal (active at night).

What is Solomon Island Leaf Frog behavior like?

Common Solomon Island Leaf Frog behavior traits: Look, don’t handle pet; Known for being shy/reclusive; Require live bugs to be moving for feeding; Ambush hunters; Typically solitary but can keep in pairs or trios (1 male: 2 females); They will burrow during day; Calls are extremely loud and distinct; Adept burrowers.

Do Solomon Island Leaf Frogs lay eggs?

Yes. Solomon Island Leaf Frogs are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.

How many eggs does a Solomon Island Leaf Frog lay?

A Solomon Island Leaf Frog clutch is typically about 200-300 eggs.

What is the best enclosure for a Solomon Island Leaf Frog?

Recommended enclosures for Solomon Island Leaf Frogs by age. Juvenile: HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums. Sub-adult: HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums. Adult: Bio Series Waterscape Vivarium, 36" Sliding Door Enclosure.

What lighting products are best for a Solomon Island Leaf Frog?

Recommended lighting products for Solomon Island Leaf Frogs: Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting.

Is there a complete habitat bundle for Solomon Island Leaf Frogs?

Yes. Recommended habitat bundles for Solomon Island Leaf Frogs by age. Sub-adult: Subadult Solomon Island Leaf Frog Bundle. Adult: Adult Solomon Island Leaf Frog Bundle.

Solomon Island Leaf Frog

Common Name(s)	Solomon Island leaf frog Solomon Island eyelash frog Gunther’s triangle frog
Scientific Name	Cornufer guentheri
Behavior	Nocturnal (active during night) Look, don’t handle pet Known for being shy/reclusive Require live bugs to be moving for feeding Ambush hunters Typically solitary but can keep in pairs or trios (1 male: 2 females) They will burrow during day Calls are extremely loud and distinct Adept burrowers
Reproduction	Oviparous (Egg Layer) Clutch size: ~200-300
Lifespan	~10-15 years
Temperatures	68-70°F cool side 75-77°F warm side No basking spot
Humidity	70-100%
Lighting	UVA/UVB benefits animal
Size	2.5-3 inches
Enclosure Recommendations	Baby-Young: 24”x12”x12” (<1 year+) Adult: 36”x18”x12” (pair/trio adult size) Always base adult size enclosure off of adult size. *larger enclosures encourage animals to exhibit natural behaviors
Experience Level	Intermediate *Parents should always be involved caring for any pet, until the child is 18 yrs.
Diet	Insectivores

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Best Bundles for Adult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs

Adult Solomon Island Leaf Frog Bundle

Best Substrates for Adult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs

ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use: 36 Quart

TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use: 24 Quart

Best Enclosures for Adult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs

Bio Series Waterscape Vivarium, 36" Sliding Door Enclosure: Default Title

Best Lighting Products for Adult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs

Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 36"

Best Substrates for Subadult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs

TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use: 24 Quart

ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use: 12 Quart

Best Enclosures for Subadult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs

HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums: 24x18x18, 34 Gallon Terrarium

Best Lighting Products for Subadult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs

Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 24"

Solomon Island Leaf Frogs (Cornufer guentheri), also known as Guenther's Forest Frogs, are intriguing amphibians native to the tropical rainforests of the Solomon Islands. These frogs are notable for their unique adaptations and behaviors suited to their lush, moist habitats. One fascinating aspect of their biology is their cryptic coloration and patterning, which provides effective camouflage against the leaf litter and undergrowth where they reside. Their dorsal coloration typically ranges from shades of brown, green, and sometimes with hints of reddish hues, blending seamlessly with their surroundings to avoid predators and ambush prey.

Another interesting fact about Solomon Island Leaf Frogs is their vocalization during the breeding season. Male frogs produce loud, distinctive calls to attract females and establish territories. These calls can carry over long distances in the dense rainforest, serving both reproductive and territorial purposes. The breeding behavior of these frogs involves males competing for the best calling sites near water bodies, where females lay their eggs. This species exhibits parental care, with males guarding the eggs and tadpoles to ensure their survival until they undergo metamorphosis. Solomon Island Leaf Frogs are also known for their agile movements and ability to leap considerable distances, traits that aid in both hunting and evading predators in their complex rainforest habitat.

Native Range

Solomon Islands

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Common Solomon Island Leaf Frog ReptiChip Questions

: The scientific name of the Solomon Island Leaf Frog is Cornufer guentheri.
: The Solomon Island Leaf Frog is also known as Solomon Island eyelash frog and Gunther’s triangle frog.
: Solomon Island Leaf Frogs are native to Solomon Islands.
: Adult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs typically reach 2.5-3 inches.
: Solomon Island Leaf Frogs live about 10-15 years with proper care.
: Recommended temperatures for a Solomon Island Leaf Frog: 68-70°F cool side, 75-77°F warm side, and No basking spot.
: Solomon Island Leaf Frogs need 70-100% humidity.
: UVB lighting is recommended because it benefits Solomon Island Leaf Frogs. Lighting spec: UVA/UVB benefits animal.
: Recommended enclosure sizes for a Solomon Island Leaf Frog: Baby-Young: 24”x12”x12” (<1 year+); Adult: 36”x18”x12” (pair/trio adult size). Always base adult size enclosure off of adult size. Larger enclosures encourage animals to exhibit natural behaviors.
: Solomon Island Leaf Frogs eat: Insectivores.
: Solomon Island Leaf Frogs are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Intermediate for keeper experience.
: Solomon Island Leaf Frogs are nocturnal (active at night).
: Common Solomon Island Leaf Frog behavior traits: Look, don’t handle pet; Known for being shy/reclusive; Require live bugs to be moving for feeding; Ambush hunters; Typically solitary but can keep in pairs or trios (1 male: 2 females); They will burrow during day; Calls are extremely loud and distinct; Adept burrowers.
: Yes. Solomon Island Leaf Frogs are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.
: A Solomon Island Leaf Frog clutch is typically about 200-300 eggs.
: Recommended substrates for juvenile Solomon Island Leaf Frogs: TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use and ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use.
: Recommended substrates for sub-adult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs: TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use and ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use.
: Recommended substrates for adult Solomon Island Leaf Frogs: ReptiEarth Fine Coconut Fiber Mix; Ready to Use and TropicalBase Terrarium Mix; Bioactive Ready to Use.
: Recommended enclosures for Solomon Island Leaf Frogs by age. Juvenile: HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums. Sub-adult: HabiStat 24" Glass Terrariums. Adult: Bio Series Waterscape Vivarium, 36" Sliding Door Enclosure.
: Recommended lighting products for Solomon Island Leaf Frogs: Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting.
: Yes. Recommended habitat bundles for Solomon Island Leaf Frogs by age. Sub-adult: Subadult Solomon Island Leaf Frog Bundle. Adult: Adult Solomon Island Leaf Frog Bundle.