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Old 01-31-2008, 11:20 PM
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Hey, i got this great opportunity to make set ups for my college science building. I was asked to make a set up for 30 leopard frogs. I have no idea about these frogs, and i haven't ever worked with frogs before. Any suggestions? I really want tol be able to make a nice vivarium for them

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Old 02-01-2008, 11:19 AM
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What requirements do you have? What will the frogs be used for? What's your budget?
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Old 02-01-2008, 07:25 PM
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I know leopard frogs need a HUGE tank for just one because of thier ability to jump far distances.... but 30? What will the frogs be used for?
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Old 02-01-2008, 10:55 PM
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I keep green frogs (which are very similar to leopard frogs) and I really like aquatic frogs.

In the wild these frogs are usually near the water's edge and leap for all thier worth into the water at the slightest sound. They'll submerge under the water and stay on the bottom trying to bury themselves under anything they can. They need alot of hiding places in the water. That means alot of water plants.

Setup has to be part land and part water for these frogs. They seem to be alot more comfortable when there are plants on the land portion also. They will hide under the leaves of the plants.

They will only eat prey that moves so keep in mind you may need a place where you can feed them. I feed mine crickets and earthworms. (feeding them worms requires that there be a place where the worms can't escape under the soil) Another good food is common houseflies because it makes them exert themselves and keeps them healthy.

They will probably jump against the glass sides and the top repeatedly in the beginning. This behavior will stop eventully. They can injure themselves doing this so the top needs to be made of some material soft enough to absorb the impact.

I have pics of my setup on here....
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Where are your pics of your setup located, Green Ghost?
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Old 03-11-2008, 06:51 PM
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I thought I had some on here but I checked on the weekend and I guess I don't. I'll post some pics on my personal gallery this week.
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hi i can help you but first,
WHAT WILL THEESE FROGS BE USED FOR?
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He posted the thread and never came back. I don't think he'll answer....
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Old 03-16-2008, 09:08 PM
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tells me they wasnt for a good thing......

cant believe people like that think theyll get help from herp lovers.....
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Old 03-16-2008, 11:42 PM
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The frogs are just going to be used for a display tank, nothing bad. I've been traveling and working a lot and i'm kind of gonna hold off on this project until i have the time i need to do it the right way. Thanks for the suggestions, sorry it's been so long.

Thanks again
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