Keeping multiple occupants in 1 house?

[spec]

Since I started keeping some frogs as pets, I've gotten many people interested in them. A question thats popped up a couple of times has been about keeping different species of phibs and reps together. I staight up, today as a matter of fact, told my sister " uhh i dunno:" So, I'm asking you guys. Is 1 say 20 gallon terrarium large enough and is it safe to house a leapord gecko with a dumpy frog? (that was just an example question) I wasn't sure if maybe some bacteria from a gecko might affect the frog or maybe they're just sworn mortal enimies the kill on sight lol. Why I'm asking. Is there a list of compatible frogs and or other creatures?

[Ebony]

Hi Ray..yes that question does pop up on here as well. I think you will get the same answer from most of our members..that's its not a good idea to mix species. They secret toxins which can be harmful to each other. Its great that you are introducing other people into the wonderful world of frog keeping.

[spec]

HIGH FiVE!

[vince]

Since I started keeping some frogs as pets, I've gotten many people interested in them. A question thats popped up a couple of times has been about keeping different species of phibs and reps together. I staight up, today as a matter of fact, told my sister " uhh i dunno:" So, I'm asking you guys. Is 1 say 20 gallon terrarium large enough and is it safe to house a leapord gecko with a dumpy frog? (that was just an example question) I wasn't sure if maybe some bacteria from a gecko might affect the frog or maybe they're just sworn mortal enimies the kill on sight lol. Why I'm asking. Is there a list of compatible frogs and or other creatures?

This is an example of what worked for me Japanese tree-frogs Italian Crested newts and four Slow -worms . Whites Tree-frog Barking Tree-frog Tomato Frog this set up lasted for two years before the Barking and Tomato died [these were bought as adults and I had kept them in different set up for a number of years previously] and finally my clawed frogs and sharp ribbed newts . If things live in a similar environment then you may be lucky but leopard geckoes need a dry environment compared to a frog . Remember everything eats something, small anolis in a rain forest type set up with Greys and American green's may work as an example but they need plenty space tree-frogs mixed with ground dwelling toads gives you an opportunity.Dont put a water dish in but spray regularly I also kept Green Igs with Cane toads for years with no problems ,and Golden Tegus with Cane toads but they come from the same area so you have a fighting chance .European Green toads with Green Iguanas worked very well. BOMBINAS DONT MIX ,and Cane toads should not be kept with any other amphibian as they poison them. If you are just starting to keep amphibs then just keep them separate till you get a lot of experience

[vince]

For more examples a guy named Philippe De Vosjoli he's kept one or two frogs in his time, in his book popular amphibians, he gives various examples of what he has found to be successful a recommended read for anyone keeping amphibians

[JeffX]

You really don't want to mix at all. Yes it can be done, but the real question is it should be done, and always will be no.

[JimO]

I'll have to say no as well. Even experienced frog keepers disagree on whether or not this is a good idea and the species that would be compatible are very limited.

[John]

I won't say never, but as far as most frogs go, it's not generally not a good idea to mix species.

[vince]

I'll have to say no as well. Even experienced frog keepers disagree on whether or not this is a good idea and the species that would be compatible are very limited.

Yes I agree but some times you have a big viv with a group of something that stays up in the branches and the floor space that is never touched . I found 1 frog species i newt/salamander and 1 lizard worked well for me. The only loss was when a slow worm decided to get out and say hello to my tiger salamander. Yum yum! but that was an accident you have to use common sense.