May 16, 2007
Tomato Frogs
One of the most beautiful frogs in herptoculture today is the Tomato Frog (Dyscophus antongili, D. guineti, D. insularis). Although not widely kept this frog can make a great addition to any collection. (more…)
One of the most beautiful frogs in herptoculture today is the Tomato Frog (Dyscophus antongili, D. guineti, D. insularis). Although not widely kept this frog can make a great addition to any collection. (more…)
Once the eggs are laid, place them in a separate tank from the adults. Depending on how many eggs you have will determine the size of the tank you will need. You definately need a good filter in the tank. Also, you will have to make partial water cleanings. You do this by taking some old water out, then putting clean water in. Make sure the clean water is the same temperature as the old water. (more…)
Scientific Name: Bufo americanus
Total Length: 2 – 4.5 inches
Range: The eastern half of North America, from central Canada to the southern states, but not reaching the Gulf coast.
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Scientific Name: Pyxicephalus adspersus
Total Length: Females can get up to 5 inches while males up to 10 inches.
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When we got our two fire-bellieds (the male was named J.D. and the female is named Spider) on January 27, 1996, we were told not to put them in a tank with a lot of water or they will breed too much. We were like “Cool!”, so we tried it. We put J.D. and Spider in a 30 gallon tank with two Fowler’s Toads, two Bronze Frogs, and a Southern Leopard Frog. (more…)
Scientific Name: Rana clamitans clamitans
Total Length: Up to 4 inches, usually 2.5 inches
Range: Eastern U.S.
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