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[DaBob]

Hi Everyone,

I'm new to the forum and wanted some advice, before I buy any frogs or ?. I have been wanting to start a tank for awhile. My first thought was a turtle tank(2 months ago), but now I think a frog tank would be better. Would like to hear some thoughts on what kind of frogs to put in this setup, maybe some newts or salamanders. I have a 75gallon glass tank (I'll try to figure out how to add photo's to this post), Tetra Fauna Viquarium & Waterfall filter system, 48" Double 26watt Light, Fake tree stump that I added a airstone in the center for circulation, Exo Terra Brick Moss, Exo Terra Monsoon Mister, Exo Terra Digital Humidity/Temperature display(current reading 75.2 & 83%) and Exo terra fake plants. Please tell me if the setup is ok or if I need to change some things. Give me your opinions. I want to get this right before I order critters. Where's the best place to order on-line? There seems to be a lot of places out there.
Bob

[lnaminneci]

Hi Bob,

Welcome to the Forum!
From the pictures you posted that looks like a good set up for Fire-Bellied toads, you can check out this link for more information on them Fire-Bellied Toad Care.

There are alot of experts here on the Forum, that will comment and give you great recommendations as well or changes that might be needed to your set-up.

Enjoy the site!

~Lesley

[DaBob]

Thanks for the reply. There was a lot of info on the Fire Bellied Toad. I'll keep it in mind and am looking forward to more replies.

[KassyMiller]

Hi Everyone,

I'm new to the forum and wanted some advice, before I buy any frogs or ?. I have been wanting to start a tank for awhile. My first thought was a turtle tank(2 months ago), but now I think a frog tank would be better. Would like to hear some thoughts on what kind of frogs to put in this setup, maybe some newts or salamanders. I have a 75gallon glass tank (I'll try to figure out how to add photo's to this post), Tetra Fauna Viquarium & Waterfall filter system, 48" Double 26watt Light, Fake tree stump that I added a airstone in the center for circulation, Exo Terra Brick Moss, Exo Terra Monsoon Mister, Exo Terra Digital Humidity/Temperature display(current reading 75.2 & 83%) and Exo terra fake plants. Please tell me if the setup is ok or if I need to change some things. Give me your opinions. I want to get this right before I order critters. Where's the best place to order on-line? There seems to be a lot of places out there.
Bob

that is a cool tank! i have never owned any frogs other than the whites tree frogs! so i dont know much about any other frog! but goodluck!

[DaBob]

Thanks. I just looked up the Whites Tree Frog. They are pretty cool looking. Doesn't sound like they's use the water much though.

[Leefrogs]

Ya, I second the fire bellies. Can't really picture anything else in there. Sorry

[Fae]

Nice setup! I agree that fire-bellied toads would go wonderfully in that tank, and they are very enjoyable. I have a few, they are the funniest little things.

[clownonfire]

Fire-bellied toads. Hands down. You could put a few in there. Wonderful colors, hardy, active. Great little frogs.

[DaBob]

Looks like it will be a Fire Bellied Tank. Has anyone ever had anything else with the Fire Bellies? Like salamanders, newts, anoles or fish. I was thinking about some fish, in the water feature. Wouldn't really matter if the toads ate them, was just kinda wondering if you thought it would be okay. Thanks for all the replies coming in. I really want to get this going, but I want to make sure that the setup is ready. I take care of my nieces(8 & 10) and would like them and me to get a lot of enjoyment out of this. Not a lot of deaths because, I forgot something.

[BG]

I belive they are toxic to other frogs and maybe other animals but you can put alot of fire bellies in there nice little frog and colorful and love to eat ,I think they only live for 4 years.you can also put 2 american bullfrogs in there but they will destroy the tank lol.

[Fae]

Looks like it will be a Fire Bellied Tank. Has anyone ever had anything else with the Fire Bellies? Like salamanders, newts, anoles or fish. I was thinking about some fish, in the water feature. Wouldn't really matter if the toads ate them, was just kinda wondering if you thought it would be okay. Thanks for all the replies coming in. I really want to get this going, but I want to make sure that the setup is ready. I take care of my nieces(8 & 10) and would like them and me to get a lot of enjoyment out of this. Not a lot of deaths because, I forgot something.

They are toxic to other frogs and animals, except for fire-bellied newts. It's not recommended to mix them because the toads can injure the newts by trampling them or nipping at them. I have however mixed them successfully. You will just need to make sure you don't get your newts too small or the toads will try to eat them, the newts should be full grown. If you're going to put fish in the water go for small minnows like rosy reds. Its not recommended for fire-bellied toads to eat fish a lot, but they can, and they will if the fish are small enough (My FBTs TRY to eat anything that moves even if it is too big). Don't use goldfish because they carry a lot of bacteria. Just remember that fire-bellied toads and newts can climb glass. They are escape artists as well. Make sure there are no gaps in your tank cover because they can squeeze out. I've been keeping FBTs for over 7 years but please correct me if I'm wrong on any of this y'all.

[Fae]

Oh and BTW I am not telling you to mix species. I'm just simply saying I have done it, and it can be done CAREFULLY, but I do NOT recommend it.

Also, please read this article before mixing any species. Mixing Disasters

[DaBob]

okay, thx