Re: Multi-species Mantella display
I agree with MM, there is no reason to not attempt to keep them separately. While I am not specifically against hybridization of species if it benefits them in some important manner I do think that some species need to be kept true to their genetic roots so that we hopefully can maintain their particular species well into the future. If a particular species is plentiful in the hobby then options are available with playing around with the gene pool as long as the hybrids are kept separate. If the species is threatened or on a decline then I would suggest breeding them true for conservation related purposes. Frogs/Toads populations across the globe are in jeopardy so any effort made by amphibian caretakers to preserve these beautiful creatures as nature intended is a step forward for the hobby.
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