@ Brian:

Yeah... If they didn't eat here during mating season, they wouldn't eat at all.

Thank you very much for taking the time to read the thread and post your experience c:

The mad scientist in me would keep him forever just to observe his growth. Although I originally did plan to release him, the season has turned to fall. It's really chilly here and I'd feel bad. Re-creating his habitat has been a lot of fun. I met a PetSmart employee that ran an animal rescue for 12 years, she specializes in exotic pets. She even raised and kept a few local bull-frogs. I feel a little selfish for keeping him, but I don't feel unprepared.

I guess anyone reading this can relate. It's a lot of fun to make a little home for something beautiful and keep it.