The Four Lined Tree Frog is a common sight throughout much of Asia; in fact, some people call it the Common Tree Frog. In appearance, these little amphibians are not common by any means - they are beautifully colored and gracefully shaped.

Four Lined Tree Frogs are often found near human-made structures, which they seem to prefer over more isolated habitats. They are usually found in disturbed types of forest, where they live in the trees. Sometimes, they can be found on the ground in puddles or water filled ditches or in low greenery near freshwater. Hunting at night, Four Lined Tree Frogs feed on invertebrates like insects. Four Lined Tree Frogs' calls consist of a single repeated note.

Most female Four Lined Tree Frogs grow to 7.5 centimeters, while males are around 5 centimeters. These tree frogs are usually a grayish green color, although some range from a coppery brown to a yellow gold color. Usually, four dark brown lines run down the back of the Four Lined Tree Frog, although in some areas, the lines are absent. The undersides are lighter in color, usually light gray or white. The Four Lined Tree Frog can actually change color to become better camouflaged, often lightening or darkening its shade between day and night. These frogs have discs on the bottoms of their feet to help them in climbing vegetation.

Found commonly throughout Southeast Asia, the Four Lined Tree Frog may surprise residents by being discovered near a kitchen or bathroom sink. Their range stretches from Malaysia to Singapore. Due to the coloration of some specimens, the Four Lined Tree Frog may also be called the Gold Tree Frog.

In captivity, Four Lined Tree Frogs should be fed a variety of insects. Because Four Lined Tree Frogs may become easily stressed, they should be kept away from disturbances. Frightened frogs have the tendency to overreact, and may slam into the sides of their enclosures, harming themselves in their panic. Enclosures should be vertically oriented due to the arboreal nature of this frog.

Generally, breeding occurs near a body of water, where male Four Lined Tree Frogs will attract mates by calling. Amplexus results in a "foam nest" or a mass of foam into which the Four Lined Tree Frogs' eggs are deposited. This foam nest is usually attached to some overhanging vegetation or other structure, from which the tadpoles will fall into the water as they hatch. The sun usually hardens the foam nest the morning after it has been formed, but with the first rainfall it dissolves and hatching occurs. They are light brown with a white spot atop their heads and various darker brown markings. Because Four Lined Tree Frog tadpoles are often cannibalistic, they should be allowed plenty of space and food, or perhaps even be separated, after they hatch.