New to frogs!

[mightymouse]

Ok, I'll have a go at that. I like the sound of your set up! Frogs are a bit like gold dust round me so I'm in no hurry. Im getting the exo terra small/tall. Ive had a look at some of the builds others have put up and I feel so overwhelmed at the idea! I'll just take my time I guess.

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[LilyPad]

It's not hard once you get going Taking time is a good thing, rushing the process and then rushing to get frogs in it is when people start to have issues. If you have any questions as you build, just ask, everyone here will be more than helpful! I also recommend taking pictures as you go, it's very fulfilling to have a completed vivarium and look back through the process. Plus, it helps others in the future.

[DigitalPunk]

hey Mighty, Welcome to the forum!

Green tree frogs would be a great starter frog as Amy has already mentioned. The one thing to keep in mind with tree frogs is getting a tank that is at least 18 inches tall. 24 Inches is preferable (46cm - 61cm) .ree frogs love to have a lot of vertical space to explore.

Live plants are def the way to go. You won't have to worry about a wire in a fake plant stabbing your frog and it adds to the things you get to observe in the terrarium.

Doing a proper drainage layer is key to the soil substrate lasting a good long time. Also as Amy said adding Springtails to the soil will help ensure the soil stays clean. On top of the Springtails add nutrients back into the soil for you plants.


Drainage layers can be done any number of ways. I have done it 3 or 4 different ways and my favorite way is to build a false bottom using egg crate and then placing screen over the top of that and then the soil. This creates a void of air in the bottom of the tank for water to drain into. It ensures water never touches the bottom of the soil (having soil sitting in water will cause a very foul smell and force you to tear the terrarium apart to clean it and throw everything away).

Taking your time on the build is key. There are quite a few build threads on the forum and around the web you can look through to get ideas how others have done it. It can all be a bit over whelming, but if you take it a step at a time and go slow you will do great!

Paul