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Frogfather is led by an experienced UK-based amphibian keeper, breeder, and vivarium designer with a proven track record in ethical dart frog care, mossy frog breeding, and rare isopod husbandry. Specialising in bioactive enclosures and DEFRA-compliant animal shipping, Frogfather shares expert guidance to help keepers create healthy, naturalistic habitats.
Close-up of a cobalt dart frog sitting near a curtain hem on a wooden floor, with an open vivarium in the background — captured just after an escape in a UK frog room.

My Frog Escaped. Here’s Exactly What I Did (And How You Can Stop It Happening to You)

You’ll know the sound when it happens. That sickening little plop followed by silence. One of my dart frogs had escaped — and I had no idea where he’d gone.\n\nThis blog is your step-by-step guide to finding a missing frog, keeping them alive during recovery, and frog-proofing your viv for good. Don’t wait until it happens to you.\n\n🔗 Link in bio to read it all.
🐸 #dartfrog #vivariumfail #bioactivevivarium #frogkeeperuk #ukherpetology #poisonfrog #exoticanimalsuk #dartfrogsuk #vivariumsetup #escapedfrog #amphibiansofinstagram #frogfatheruk

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Tiny tadpole floating in a small deli cup with tinted water and an Indian almond leaf, part of a rescue setup in a UK dart frog keeper’s room.

This Tiny Tadpole Was Doomed. Here’s How I Saved It (Full UK Guide)

Everyone said to cull it. He wasn’t moving. Barely grew. Curled tail. No feeding response. But something in me said,

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Slow-release fruit fly feeder attached to a culture tub for dart frog feeding.

How to Feed Dart Frogs While You’re on Holiday: The Slow-Release Fruit Fly Feeder

Going away for a few days but worried about your frogs? 🐸
Meet the Frogfather Slow-Release Holiday Feeder — it fits on your fruit fly culture and keeps dart frogs fed for up to a week!
Simple. Reliable. Frog-safe.

🎯 Never skip a feed again — get yours now at Frogfather.co.uk

#dartfrogs #frogfeeding #vivariumlife #frogfather #bioactivevivarium #fruitflyculture #dartfrogcare #ukfrogs #reptilecare #holidayfeeder

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Dart frog hiding in a planted jungle vivarium with call-to-action text ‘Why Do My Frogs Hide? Discover the Fix’ overlayed

Why Do My Dart Frogs Hide All the Time? (And How to See Them More Often)

🐸 Ever feel like your frogs have vanished into thin air?

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If your dart frogs spend all day hiding, you’re not alone. In the wild they live under rainforest canopies, weaving through leaf litter and bromeliads – not basking in bright light.

The fix? 🌿 More planting, natural hides, soft lighting, and the right temps (22–26°C is the sweet spot). Give them security, and you’ll see them hopping around much more often.

👉 Full guide now live on Frogfather.co.uk – link in bio.

#dartfrogs #poisonfrogs #frogsofinstagram #vivariumlife #bioactivevivarium #froghusbandry #frogcare #vivariumplants #frogkeepers #dartfroguk #rainforestvibes #frogfather

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Dark jungle graphic with bold white text: How Much to Feed Dart Frogs – UK Guide

How Much to Feed a Dart Frog (UK Guide)

New to dart frogs? 🐸 Wondering how much and how often to feed them?
Too little = stress and weight loss.
Too much = fruit fly chaos.
We’ve put together the UK keeper’s guide to proper feeding, dusting, species differences, and even UVB use.
#dartfrogs #frogfeeding #vivariumlife #amphibians #froglife #dartfrogcare #ukfrogs #bioactivevivarium

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Bold text reads: Dart Frog Eggs Not Developing? over a dark jungle background with mist and foliage

Dart Frog Eggs Not Developing? Why Your Clutches Keep Failing and What to Do

Another clutch… another flop? 😩
If your dart frog eggs keep rotting, collapsing or just sitting there doing nothing — it’s not just bad luck.
UK keepers face unique humidity swings and microfauna problems. Here’s what’s actually going wrong. 🐸🧪
#dartfrogs #frogkeeperuk #frogbreeding #amphibianbreeder #frogspawn #vivariumlife #poisonfrogs #ukfrogs #dartfrogcare

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Dart frog vivarium being hand misted with fine spray bottle

Can Dart Frogs Be Kept Without a Misting System?

The Short Answer: Yes — But You’ll Work for It One of the most common beginner questions is whether you

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Misted dart frog vivarium with tropical plants and high humidity”

How to Maintain Optimal Humidity Levels in Your Dart Frog Vivarium

Why Humidity Matters for Dart Frogs If there’s one thing dart frogs need to stay healthy and vibrant, it’s humidity.

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Bioactive dart frog vivarium filled with tropical plants and natural hardscape

Top 5 Plants for a Thriving Dart Frog Habitat

Why the Right Plants Make All the Difference When you’re building a vivarium for dart frogs, the plants you choose

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Dart frog bioactive vivarium with plants and natural substrate setup

Setting Up Your First Dart Frog Vivarium with Frogfather’s Starter Kit

Welcome to the World of Dart Frogs Dart frogs are among the most rewarding exotic pets — vibrant, active, and

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what and how to feed a dart frog for optimal health

How to Feed Dart Frogs: A Simple Nutritional Guide

Why Feeding Dart Frogs Isn’t Just About Fruit Flies Dart frogs may be small, but their diet is no afterthought.

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A dart frog partially concealed under leaf litter and moss in a vivarium

Why Is My Dart Frog Hiding All the Time?

Is Your Dart Frog Playing Hide and Seek — or Telling You Something? It’s common for dart frog keepers —

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Comparison image of four mossy frog species: Vietnamese mossy frog, Tonkin bug-eyed frog, Thailand bug-eyed frog, and Annam flying frog, each labeled and posed on moss.

What Are Mossy Frogs? Mossy frogs belong to the genus Theloderma, a group of arboreal frogs native to Southeast Asia.

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Infographic showing male vs female mossy frogs with labelled traits: males are smaller, call at night, and have darker throats; females are larger with robust legs.

Looking for a Female Mossy Frog in the UK? Here’s What You Need to Know

Female mossy frogs (Theloderma corticale) are one of the most elusive and sought-after amphibians in the UK exotic pet scene.

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Dart frog tadpole swimming in aged water beside a floating almond leaf

How to Raise Dart Frog Tadpoles from Egg to Froglet (UK Edition)

Why Raising Tadpoles Is So Rewarding If you’ve kept dart frogs long enough, sooner or later you’ll spot a clutch

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Green and black poison dart frog on moss with text overlay “Dart Frog Calls – A List of Frogs

Dart Frog Calls UK with Sounds: The Ultimate Guide to Poison Dart Frog Vocalisations

Introduction Dart frogs, known for their dazzling colours and toxic skin, are equally fascinating in the sounds they produce. These

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