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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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New product launch image showing a 40 mm stick-on fine mesh ventilation disc with ultra-fine mesh, designed for isopods, froglets, and exotic invertebrates, against a dark jungle background

Fresh Air Without the Escapees: Our New 40 mm Stick-On Fine Mesh Ventilation Discs

If you’ve ever had that heart-stopping moment when a baby isopod (manca) scurries across your desk instead of staying snug

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Fresh live insects in UK delivery tubs for dart frogs

Livefood in the UK: Receiving, Reviving & Storing

What to do when feeder insects arrive in rough shape; how to revive fruit flies, springtails and more; and simple storage that keeps cultures rolling in UK homes.

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Tropical vivarium in a UK home with seasonal climate adjustments

Seasonal Vivarium Care for UK Homes

How to keep dart frogs comfortable through UK winters and summer heatwaves—room-first heating, smart airflow, humidity tweaks, and energy-savvy lighting.

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Budget-friendly dart frog rearing tools infographic

Dart Frog Rearing on a Budget: Affordable Tools That Work

Dart Frog Rearing on a Budget: Affordable Tools That Work

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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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