Hey guys, I am thinking of getting a tomato frog after I re-do the tank my red eyed tree frogs are in. I was wondering what experience you guys have with them and what care guidelines and tips you could lay out for me, and what type or size enclosure you think they need. I have plenty of time to learn as it will be a while before I can fund the tomato tank and frog. Thanks in advance for your replies.
They don't need a large enclosure since they're not the most active of frogs. Still though, the bigger the better. Their care is one of the simplest. Top soil or coconut fibre substrate, a small water bowl and plenty of hides. Decorate to suit. They tend to be a little shy when young but get bolder as they age. They like some humidity so don't let the terrarium dry out. Temperatures in the 70s F (mid 20s C) are ideal, though they will tolerate the 80s (late 20s C) well. Kurt's trying to breed them - he's our "expert".
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I have one, and they are really easy to care for. I have a ten gallon with a hide and I put in a false bottom to create a pool for him. He doesn't use it much, but some mornings I see him sitting in there. You don't have to do that, but it helps with the humidity as my place tends to be kind of dry especially in the winter.
They are very shy at first. I've had mine for a year or so, and he's just starting to come out.
Thanks for the info guys. I will probly go the 10g tank route with a false bottom. How do they like plants?
Its going to be a while.
Well, I haven't done a darn thing yet, other than feeding and cleaning the tomatos.
What is the lifespan on tomato frogs? There's one at work I've been thinking about getting, but we've had it for a year or so.
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