
10-01-2010, 11:02 PM
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Chasing Crickets
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: St. Augustine, Florida
Posts: 70
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Azureus (which are no longer considered a separate species, but a tinctorius morph) make great first frogs. They are spectacular looking, very bold, widely available, and reasonably priced. I've kept and bred them for years.
I have a breeding pair of Costa Rican green & black auratus and they would also be a good choice. I do find that they are slightly more shy than my azureus pairs.
I also second what Grimm said, don't mix them. They'll get stressed and could cross breed - not considered good for the hobby.
Also, if you get azureus or even auratus, you might be limited to a pair. The female azureus (and all tinctorius) are very territorial and they will fight and eat one another's eggs. Ultimately, the less dominant female often dies.
Leucomelas are more likely to be at peace in small groups, as long as they have enough room.
I've never had the others, but I've heard that terrilibis is a good first frog that can be kept in groups. I also understand that they are very bold. I'm sure someone who has kept them can comment further.
Good luck.
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