Category: Amphibian care sheets

Axolotl Care Guide

Gold Axolotl 5cm CB24

Axolotl are beautiful and interesting species of amphibian, occurring in the wild in only 2 still water lakes in Mexico. Very popular pet. Axolotl require a large tank with some decoration for hiding spots. They are keen feeders and enjoy a mixed diet of pellets, worms, shrimp, krill and other foods. Available in a wide… Read more »

Poison Dart Frog

Dyeing Poison Dart Frog D. Tinctorius azureus

Poison dart frogs are named as such as native tribes reportedly used to rub arrows on the frogs back before hunting. Dart frogs in captivity do not have the same level of toxins which they do in the wild. Their diet in the wild is largely responsible for the level of toxin which they possess.… Read more »

Horned Frog

Green Horned Frog CB21

Horned frogs are also known among keepers as ‘Pacman’ frogs, aptly named due to their large mouths which covers most of their face. Horned frogs are fascinating amphibians who are ferocious eaters. They enjoy a diet of locusts, crickets, worms and adult horned frogs enjoy a pinkie mouse every few days as part of a… Read more »

Red Eyed Tree Frog

Red eyed tree frog

Red Eyed Tree frogs are one of the most colourful tree frogs with bright geen bodies and unmistakeable red eyes. Red eyes enjoy a warm humid environment which replicates the conditions found in the tropical lowlands of Central and South America. Like other amphibians, frogs are born as spawn which advance into froglets (baby frogs… Read more »

White’s Tree Frog

whites tree frog

White’s tree frogs are large chunky frogs growing to around 5 inches as adults. White’s tree frogs can come in different colour combinations of brown, green and blue and some such as snowflakes have white spots on their skin. As with many male frogs, the white’s tree frog adult male is able to emit a… Read more »