These pads not only serve to improve the male's grip on the female during amplexus, but glands below the surface of the nuptial pads also secrete pheromones (amplexins) that may influence the courtship duration. During the breeding season, males develop brown nuptial (mating) pads with a roughened surface on the first digit of their forelegs. While mating, White's Tree Frogs perform an intimate embrace, called the amplexus. White’s Tree Frog’s mild toxicity works as a defense mechanism against predators, but also prevents bacterial and fungal infection. To prevent evaporation during dry periods, they cover their skin in a waxy coating. The eyes have a horizontal pupil, typical for members of the Hylidae family.

White’s Tree Frogs have partially webbed feet and enormous toe pads. Their belly consists of a creamy-white base with a somewhat rough texture. As most tree frogs, also White’s Tree Frogs are capable of adjusting their color shade from light green to darker green. The base color consists of a lightly blueish green, with scattered white spots on their back. White’s Tree Frogs are rather plump, arboreal frogs. White's Tree Frogs belong to the family Hylidae and the subfamily Pelodryadinae. They are available in various color morphs, green, blue, Snowflake (covered in white spots). White’s Tree Frogs have been captive bred in the USA and Europe for more than 30 years. The interaction between the animals in these small groups increases the viewing pleasure but also stimulates their mating behavior. Dumpy Tree Frogs can be kept individually or in small groups of 2 – 8 animals. White’s Tree Frogs are very tranquil and get accustomed to handling by their caretaker fairly easily. Their engaging personalities, bluish-green color and milky white bellies, adorable smile and big golden eyes make them appealing display animals for both the beginning reptile enthusiast as well as for the advanced hobbyist. White's Tree Frogs are hardy, long-lived, docile and “easy-to-care-for” amphibians. They are sometimes referred to as Dumpy Tree Frogs as well because of their somewhat chubby, sleepy appearance. They primarily prefer moist and semi-moist forest habitats but can also cope with drier environments.

There are also some introduced populations in New Zealand and South Florida, USA. White’s Tree Frogs are native to Australia, Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.

Another word for purple tree frog