Frogfather Advice and News

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Poison dart frog beside a shallow clay bath filled with bentonite clay inside a naturalistic vivarium, showing safe hydration and detox practices for amphibians.

Introduction to Clay Baths for Poison Dart Frogs

Did you know frogs detox through their skin? 🐸
Clay baths aren’t just for humans — dart frogs love them too. Learn how bentonite and kaolin help hydrate, cleanse, and rebalance your vivarium naturally.
👉 Read the full guide and see the new Frogfather Clay Bath holder in action!

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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.

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