Too Large an Enclosure

[Jimifrog]

there are several downside to an enclosure that are too big.

1, harder to maintain heat, humidity (uses more energy)
2, harder for the frog to get their food
3, takes longer to clean

But that doesn't really mean that it's too big for the frog, just too big for the pet's owner.

[7urb0]

well i guess you're right if the owner dont mind the extra utility bill and extra cleaning. oh and i miss the part about tweezer fed, finding food wouldnt be a problem then. personally a 40 breeder is plenty big for a male pixie.

[Mentat]

Thanks for inputs Jimifrog and 7urb0! If I find a stand for 40 breeder within a couple months will set that up; if not it's a well insulated 75. Been thinking FW aquariums are cheaper to maintain (electrical energy wise) than a terrarium for ABF. My 75 had a 14 watt filter (AquaClear 150); 250 watt heater (runs on thermostat); and 48 watt lights (run for couple hours a day). Just heating it in terrarium mode might match that!

[Mikey]

I maintain my frogs at 82-84 degrees warm side and 75 degrees at the coolest side.

I dont feel comfortable that I could keep those temps with my frogs so they will never be put in a glass aquarium. I have seen too many larger bullfrogs slow down on feed due to inadequate heating.

just my .02