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Welcome to the Frogfather blog — your UK guide to dart frog care, mossy frog setups, bioactive vivariums, and rare isopods. Discover expert tips, breeding advice, and naturalistic enclosure inspiration for exotic amphibian keepers.
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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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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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Feeding Mealworms to Dart Frogs: A Comprehensive Guide

Dart frogs, with their vibrant colours and captivating behaviour, are popular pets for those invested in creating a lush, bioactive

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Unclogging MistKing Nozzles: A Step-by-Step Guide for Optimal Performance in Your Vivarium

If you’re the proud owner of a vivarium, particularly one that houses delicate inhabitants such as dart frogs, maintaining the

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Creating the Perfect Bioactive Vivarium with 25 PPI Filter Foam Substrate

In the world of bioactive vivariums, creating a balanced ecosystem that supports both flora and fauna is key. One of

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Understanding the Differences Between European Vivariums and Commercial Vivariums for Dart Frogs

When keeping dart frogs, the choice of vivarium is one of the most crucial decisions hobbyists can make. The enclosure’s

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Tropical Mosses for Vivariums: A Complete Guide for UK Enthusiasts

If you’re looking to create a lush, green ecosystem within a vivarium, tropical mosses are an essential component. With their

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ExoTerra Vivarium Conversion Kit: Transforming Your Enclosure into a Fly-Proof, Moisture-Retaining Habitat

ExoTerra vivariums are a popular choice among reptile and amphibian enthusiasts, offering a functional and aesthetic design for housing a

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Dart Frog Supplement Schedule: Ensuring Proper Nutrition with RepShay, Vitamins, and Calcium

Dart frogs, particularly popular in bioactive vivariums, are known for their stunning colours, active behaviours, and unique care needs. As

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Introduction to Clay Baths for Poison Dart Frogs

Poison dart frogs are iconic amphibians known for their vivid colors, intricate ecosystems, and unique biological adaptations. In the wild,

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How to Get Slugs and Snails Out of Your Vivarium: Preventing and Managing Infestations in the UK

Keeping a vivarium in optimal condition can be a fulfilling experience, especially when it houses thriving reptiles, amphibians, or plants.

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How to Remove Slugs and Snails from Dart Frog Vivariums

Slugs and snails can become a significant issue in dart frog vivariums, especially in high-humidity, bioactive setups where these pests

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