Category: Frogs & Amphibians
Review: In Situ Ecosystems Amazonia Classic Terrarium
In just five years, In Situ Ecosystems has built and outfitted terrariums that are designed to enable you to easily create rainforest habitats. [...]
New Odorous Frog Species Discovered in China
The proposed English name of the frog is the Leishan Odorous frog Odorrana leishanensis sp. nov [...]
New Treefrog Species Discovered On Former Cattle Ranch In Costa Rica
Donald Valera Soto, co-owner of the Tapir Valley Nature reserve, first heard the trill of the frog, named the Tapir Valley treefrog, in March 2018. [...]
Poison Dart Frogs And Toxicity
Despite their name, poison dart frogs are known to be non-toxic when kept as pets, as they are all largely captive-bred.
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Most Poison Frogs In Herp Keeping Are Captive-Bred, Study Says
The poaching and overharvesting of these wild caught frogs can have severe negative impacts on the wild populations as well as the genetic diversity o [...]
Two New Glass Frog Species Discovered In Ecuadorian Andes
Both frogs are a translucent green in coloration with yellow spots and see through bellies. [...]
New Mossy Frog Species Discovered in Vietnam
Theloderma khoii sp. nov. is different from other mossy frogs in the genus in that it is larger. [...]
New Book Showcases Rare and Incredible Herp Photography
All over the world there are extraordinary Reptiles and Amphibians hiding among the unique habitats they exist in, but many of us will never see [...]
Extinct Reptiles and Amphibians
Extinction means an animal is gone forever, so they will never be back! Reptiles and amphibians are currently facing this risk, where 20% of the descr [...]
What Frog Makes A Soothing Noise?
There are a variety of websites that contain recordings of frogs calling, from chirpy types to those that are more quack-like.
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A Fragile Balance: The Endangered Barton Springs Salamanders of Texas
At most public swimming pools, you can be pretty sure you won’t encounter an endangered species while taking a dip. But not at Barton Springs Po [...]
Similarities Between Reptiles and Amphibians
It is speculated that reptiles transitioned from amphibians some 50 million years ago. [...]
Toads Of The United States
If you want to keep any of the common North American toads as pets, keep in mind that they hide most of the time. [...]
Differences Between Reptiles And Amphibians
The differences and similarities between reptiles and amphibians are challenging to identify. [...]
Venomous Or Poisonous?
Go to any reptile show or zoo, and I can guarantee you will find herpetoculture’s future generation pointing at a reptile or amphibian on displa [...]
Herping The Pacific Coast Ensatina
Ensatina eschscholtzii, salamander, Plethodontidae [...]
Dr. Robert Cyril Stebbins, Renowned UC Berkeley Herpetologist Dies At 98
Stebbins authored the Field Guide to Western Reptiles and Amphibians and more than a dozen other books. [...]
Video: American Bullfrog’s Attempt To Snatch Dragonfly Off A Branch Ends In An Epic Fail
Event captured in super slow motion video shows American bullfrog make a leaping jump out of the water, missing its prey. [...]
Nine Foot American Alligator Leaving Phoenix Herpetological Society For Larger Enclosure In Florida
Spike, the 400 pound alligator has outgrown its enclosure at the PHS [...]
Reptile Retailer Spotlight: Exotic Amphibian And Reptile Center In St. Louis, MO
Called the Exotic ARC for short, the Exotic Amphibian and Reptile Center has focused on captive-breeding projects for more than 25 years. They&rsqu [...]
Win The Ultimate Amphibian Prize Package!
Five lucky winners will receive $600 worth of must-have amphibian products! Sponsored by Exo-Terra. [...]
Breeding Fat-Tailed Geckos
Bonus content from the December 2009 REPTILES magazine article "Up-and-Coming Gecko." [...]
Dart Frog Vivarium Plants
Choosing plants for your dart frog vivarium. [...]
Listen To John Clare Talk Tomato Frogs On The PetRadio Show
Clare will be on the Pet Radio Show hosted by Robert Hudson on August 4 from 10:30-11:00 a.m. PDT [...]
