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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.
Very dark-coloured dart frog resting on leaf, illustrating natural pigmentation variation in dart frogs

Black Dart Frogs: Do “Pure Black” Poison Dart Frogs Exist, and What Causes the Dark Colour?

“Black dart frog” is one of those search phrases that

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Comparison showing a typical brightly coloured dart frog alongside a melanistic dart frog, illustrating natural genetic variation rather than selective line breeding

Melanistic Dart Frogs, Morphs, and Selective Breeding: Ethics, Genetics, and the Reality of Nature

Melanistic Dart Frogs & Morphs: Ethics, Genetics & Natural Variation

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Different dart frog species shown in a planted UK bioactive vivarium to illustrate price differences

Dart Frog Prices in the UK: Why Some Frogs Cost £60 and Others £200+

If you’re new to dart frogs, pricing can feel… random.

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Loud and quiet dart frogs shown side by side in a planted UK bioactive vivarium

Loud vs Quiet Dart Frogs: What You Need to Know Before Buying

This is one of those topics people don’t always think

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Visible dart frogs shown confidently in a planted UK bioactive vivarium

Dart Frogs You’ll Actually See (Not Shy!)

Let’s be brutally honest for a second. One of the

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Best beginner dart frogs in the UK shown in a planted bioactive vivarium

Best Dart Frogs for Beginners (UK Guide)

Right. If you’re new to dart frogs, you’ve probably already

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Moving house with dart frogs in the UK – secure transport containers and labelled vivariums

Moving House with Dart Frogs in the UK: Checklist & Timeline

A practical, low-stress plan for moving home with dart frogs in the UK—from two weeks before moving day to the first week after. Packing, temperature control, and rapid vivarium re-set.

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Poster for UK Reptile Shows 2025 with jungle background and various reptiles including a snake, chameleon, tree frog, and bearded dragon

UK Reptile Shows 2025 & 2026 – All the Dates, Times & Whereabouts

Alright, let’s hop straight in—here’s the low-down on reptile shows in the UK over the next couple of years. I’ve

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Blue Poison Arrow Frog perched on moss in a UK vivarium

UK Poison Arrow Frogs: 12 Fascinating Facts & Care Tips for British Frogkeepers

If you’ve ever stood in front of a vivarium and felt your jaw drop at the sight of a neon-blue

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Crystal-clear water in a UK dart frog tadpole rearing container

UK Water for Dart Frogs & Tadpoles: What Actually Works

A straight-talking water guide for UK keepers: chloramine vs chlorine, when RO is worth it, how to remineralise for tadpoles, and simple routines that keep animals safe.

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Colourful bromeliads arranged in a UK bioactive dart frog vivarium

Bromeliads for Dart Frog Vivariums (UK Guide)

A practical UK-specific guide to choosing, quarantining, and mounting bromeliads for dart frog vivariums—covering pesticide risks, water hardness, and simple mounting methods.

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Step-by-step infographic for building a naturalistic isopod enclosure

How to Build a Naturalistic Isopod Enclosure with Ventilation and Display Appeal

How to Build a Naturalistic Isopod Enclosure with Ventilation and Display Appeal

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Lifecycle of dart frogs from tadpole to froglet in a grow-out tub

Grow-Out Tub Setup for Dart Frogs: From Froglet to Sub-Adult

Grow-Out Tub Setup for Dart Frogs: From Froglet to Sub-Adult

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Labeled infographic showing 3D printed display enclosure for isopods and dart frogs

The Best Display Enclosures for Isopods, Mantids and Jumping Spiders

The Best Display Enclosures for Isopods, Mantids and Jumping Spiders

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August IHS Reptile Show 2025: New Venue Confirmed After June Cancellation

**Update following confirmation of a change in location*** After weeks of uncertainty, the IHS Reptile Show is officially back on

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Pac-Man Frog Care UK: Morphs, Feeding, Vivarium Setup & Comparison Guide

If you’ve ever looked at a frog and thought, “that looks like a round mouth with legs,” then congratulations —

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