I've really been wanting an American Toad for quite a while now and done lots of research. I unfortunately have a significant other who has a very strict rule about no pets that eat bugs...but I can be convincing! I was thinking about a worm bin on the back deck that also contained isopods as I think the two species would do well together. Would crickets possibly work in there also? Then there's no stink and noise inside.

I know this would only work in the warmer months but during that time it would keep feed cost down considerably. I also have more questions on this setup...

Do they sell feeder earthworms to cut down on parasites? I know having them outside could already expose them but would be much lower than if taken directly from the woods out back of me.

Also could they possibly winter/hibernate/whatever or would I need to refresh each species every year? Could I do this all in a big storage bin with a few holes for air?

Sorry for so many questions!