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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 tadpole growth stages illustrated with UK-relevant species

The Secret Lives of Tadpoles: From Swamp Soup to Froglet

There’s something properly magical about peering into a leaf-filled water bowl and spotting a tiny comma-shaped creature wiggling around. Tadpoles

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Bold white text reading “Safe Wood for Vivariums in the UK” framed with a white border on a dark jungle background with ferns.

The Best Types of Wood for UK Terrariums and Vivariums

When setting up a naturalistic terrarium or vivarium, wood isn’t just decoration – it forms the backbone of your habitat.

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Realistic mourning gecko perched on a branch in a dark tropical vivarium with bold text overlay: How to Humanely Round Up Mourning Geckos.

How to Catch Mourning Geckos (Humanely) – Plus Their Role in a Bioactive Vivarium

Ever tried to grab a mourning gecko with your hands? Don’t. ❌ They’re fast, fragile, and it stresses them out. Watch this humane roundup method instead – your geckos will thank you. 🌿

#MourningGecko #HowToCatchMourningGeckos #BioactiveVivarium #GeckoLovers #DartFrogsUK #VivariumTips #FrogfatherUK

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Dry paint-on tropical moss mix for vivariums

How to Grow Tropical Moss in a Vivarium: Complete Guide with Paint-On Moss Mix

Moss is one of the most transformative elements you can add to a dart frog vivarium. A bare background can

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UK Orchid Shows 2025/26 – Event Calendar Poster

UK Orchid Shows 2025/26 – All the Dates, Times & Whereabouts

🌸✨ Calling all orchid lovers!
From RHS Wisley to the British Orchid Council, we’ve listed every UK Orchid Show in 2025/26. Expect rare orchids, expert talks, and inspiration for your terrariums.
👉 See the full calendar of orchid events now on Frogfather.co.uk

#orchidshow #orchidsUK #plantlovers #tropicalplants #terrariumplants #orchidsociety #orchidlove #plantsofinstagram #houseplantsUK #plantfair #rareplants #bioactive #frogfather

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UK Invertebrate Fairs 2025/26 – Event Calendar Poster

UK Invertebrate Fairs 2025/26 – All the Dates, Times & Whereabouts

🕷️🐞 Bug lovers, mark your calendars!
We’ve pulled together every UK Invertebrate Fair for 2025/26 – from the legendary BTS Exhibition to Brighton and Northern Invert Shows. Perfect for anyone into tarantulas, isopods, mantids and more.
👉 Full list with dates, venues & tips now live on Frogfather.co.uk
#invertebrates #tarantulas #isopods #mantids #spiders #insectlovers #bugsofinstagram #UKevents #reptileshow #invertfair #frogs #dartfrogs #bioactive #vivarium #frogfather

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UK Rare & Tropical Plant Events 2025/26 – guide to all dates, times and locations

UK Rare & Tropical Plant Events 2025/26 – All the Dates, Times & Whereabouts

🌿 Big news for plant lovers! 🌿
We’ve pulled together EVERY UK Rare & Tropical Plant Event for 2025/26 — orchids, houseplants, rare plant fairs, and even aquatic shows. Perfect for terrarium & vivarium keepers looking to stock up on the good stuff.
👉 Tap the link in bio to see the full calendar!
#plantshow #ukplants #tropicalplants #plantfair #houseplantfestival #orchidfestival #plantkeepers #terrariumplants #vivariumplants #bioactive #plantsofinstagram #rareplants #ukplantcommunity #houseplantsofinstagram #orchidlovers #ukplantswap #plantcollection

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Dyeing poison dart frog on autumn leaf – UK dart frog care in colder months

Battling the British Chill: Prepping Your Dart Frogs for UK Autumn and Winter

❄️🇬🇧 Froggers in the UK, it’s that time again… Temps are dropping and your dart frogs are not impressed. From insulation hacks to heat mat tricks and what to do when the power cuts out, here’s how to winter-proof your vivs without breaking the bank — or your frogs.

🐸💦 Real keeper tips, not fluff. Your frogs will thank you (probably).

👉 Read more: https://frogfather.co.uk/battling-the-british-chill-prepping-your-dart-frogs-for-uk-autumn-and-winter/

#dartfrogs #vivariums #bioactive #UKfrogkeepers #poisonfrogs #frogroom #wintervivarium #frogsUK

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firefly isopods thriving on fresh locally collected moss in a display vivarium

How to Get Isopods Breeding Quickly: The Secret Power of Live Moss

Most new isopod keepers are told the basics: give them leaf litter, a moist substrate, and a steady source of

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Sunday Update from Frogfather HQ

It’s been a busy but exciting week here at Frogfather HQ, with plenty happening across our frog room, workshop, and

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