75 Gallon American Bullfrog Tank

[Heatheranne]

I agree with Carlos, definitely use a barrier over any gravel, rocks or hygroton balls. Bullfrogs are very aggressive eaters and sometimes grab their good very quickly and with a bit of force, taking in anything near their food. We wouldn't want him to eat anything indigestible that could cause intestinal impaction.

They love ponds and will spend 75% of their time in the water . Be sure to have a good filter in the water area or be prepared to empty and replace the water every couple of days. Even with a filter you should do weekly water changes. Bullfrogs eat well and therefore have a good amount of waste.

American bullfrogs are awesome!

[damanta]

I'm not too worried about impaction. He refuses to eat outside of his water. I'm not using a filter initially, might add one down the road. For now I'm just going to change it often. I have a lot of non-amphibian herps/herp experience, and experience with amphibs in a museum setting so I know about filtered/dechlorinated water & all. Have done live vivs before, not sure ill go there this time though.

[Mentat]

...I'm not using a filter initially, might add one down the road. For now I'm just going to change it often...

If you do not want to get into a more complex canister filter right now, recommend take a look at this little marvel: Ovation 1000 Submersible Power Jet Filter. I have one and has worked great in various set-ups. Once water is cycled changing 1/4 to 1/3 of it on weekly basis and rinsing sponge in removed tank water should be enough to keep nitrates down to acceptable levels .