Frogfather Advice and News

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

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

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.

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

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

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

The Ultimate Vivarium Setup Guide for Dart Frogs in the UK (2025 Edition)

Introduction: Why Vivarium Setup Matters for Dart Frog Health Dart frogs, known for their striking colors and active behavior, thrive

Learn expert tips for keeping dart frogs cool in the summer UK climate. Discover the best vivarium setup, tools, and care practices to protect your frogs.

7 Proven Ways to Keep Dart Frogs Cool in the Summer (UK Guide)

Why UK Summers Pose a Risk to Dart Frogs Though the UK isn’t known for tropical weather, modern homes often

Can Dart Frogs Live in Groups? A Guide to Social Species, Tank Aggression, and Vivarium Design

Dart frogs are one of the most fascinating groups of amphibians for both beginner and advanced keepers, renowned for their

Introducing the Future of Vivariums

Launching June 2025 Purpose-Built for Dart Frog KeepersAs keepers ourselves, we understand the daily needs of amphibian care. This vivarium

SEO mindmap showing factors that affect dart frog pricing in the UK, including average cost, breeding difficulty, rarity, and buying options

How Much Are Dart Frogs in the UK? Prices, Rarity & What Affects Cost

Dart frogs in the UK typically cost between £50 and £120 each, depending on the species, availability, and breeding difficulty.

Springtail care and feeding guide for dart frogs with 3D printed springtail collection riser shown on dark green background

Everything You Need to Know About Springtails for Dart Frogs

Clean feeding, healthy frogs, and how to raise your own colony If you’re serious about keeping dart frogs or maintaining

Electric blue dart frogs and colourful isopods cohabiting in a lush naturalistic vivarium with moss, leaf litter, and wood

Benefits of Cohabiting Dart Frogs and High-End Isopods

1. Natural Waste Management Isopods like Rubber Duckies and Pak Choi are efficient decomposers, eating decaying plant matter, leftover frog

Do Dart Frogs Eat Isopods? What You Need to Know

Exploring whether dart frogs pose a risk to exotic isopods like Ember Bee, Rubber Ducky, and other Cubaris species in

Keeping Pak Chong and Cubaris Isopods with Dart Frogs—Is It Safe and Worth It?

Thinking of keeping Pak Chong or Cubaris isopods like Rubber Duckies with your poison dart frogs? Here’s what you need

Exotic Isopods: A Guide to Care and an Exciting New Collaboration

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