Why is my green frog jumping frantically and trying to escape?

This species can be very active. To give you peace of mind about their care, however, you can evaluate the husbandry and water quality in the enclosure. If all parameters are in range for this species, that’s good news! Monitor the appetite as well - if you see any changes, or if there are any other changes, then it would be time to consult with a veterinarian. Good luck!

Clean and sanitize the tank. Replace ALL the substrate with fresh organic topsoil or coco fiber. Do not use vermiculite or perlite. Avoid gravel, sand or wood chips. Ideal temperature ranges between 68F and 78F with the cooler end reserved for nighttime. Mist the cage several times weekly to maintain humidity. Provide a water bowl and clean it daily. Soak him in a tepid (75F) 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte. This will provide warmth and hydration. A cold frog will not eat. Afterwards, offer live food. Something with a lot of movement like nightcrawlers or mealworms. If he still doesn't eat, have him examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles and amphibians.

Check the water quality and temperature. Frogs are very sensitive to poor water quality. Low temps can affect appetite and activity. You may need to perform a water change and increase filtration. Discoloration may be due to poor water quality or infection. If the water changes do not help, consider an exam with your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles and amphibians.

Have the skinny one examined by a veterinarian experienced in treating reptiles/amphibians. Submit a stool sample to diagnose intestinal parasites. Although this is a docile species, monitor for bullying or aggression in case the larger one is not allowing its cagemate to eat.

Thanks for reaching out. There are probably at least two possible answers. One, the animals are trying to escape, just to see what is on the other side. Two, the ones trying to escape are being harassed by the dominant ones and trying to escape. Good luck.

It may take a few days for Mocha to acclimate to the new surroundings. continue to offer wiggly prey and maintain the proper temperature and humidity. Low temps can affect appetite and activity in reptiles and amphibians.

Releasing it would not be recommended and in some locations, may be illegal. You can continue to feed nightcrawlers in addition to commercial frog pellets, brine shrimp, blood worms and small insect prey (nothing wild caught). Frogs are very sensitive to water quality and environmental parameters. Low temps can affect activity and appetite in amphibians and reptiles as can poor water quality. If you can provide the species of frog or an image, we can provide more comprehensive advice.