Reptiles, Rodents & Small Pets

Tongueless frogs (Pipidae), including African dwarf and clawed frogs, are an interesting species of amphibians. These aquatic frogs rarely leave their watery homes unless drought or lack of food...

Determining the sex of amphibians, a process known as sexing, can often be quite difficult, as they lack external sex organs. In frogs sexual dimorphism (obvious differences in form, size or color...

The desert tree frog, also called the red tree frog or ruddy tree frog, is a small Australian frog that can range in color from gray to red-brown. Its predators include snakes, toads and mammals....

Horned frogs, which are also called Pac Man frogs because of their hunting patterns, are one of the easiest amphibian pets to take care of. Setting up a proper terrarium for a horned frog is...

A desert tree frog is native to Australia and is also called a Little Red Tree Frog. They are round with short limbs and a flat head and can be found in dry, tropical or moderate climates. These...

Interested in catching green tadpoles? Tadpoles can make the perfect pets for children. Not only are green tadpoles fun to take care of, they're also educational. As the green tadpoles grow into...

Terrestrial pet frogs are land frogs. Often times, feeding terrestrial pet frogs is a lot more difficult than feeding aquatic frogs, since land frogs require moving food to eat. If your frog...

Do you have aquatic frogs that are determined not to eat? Many people, once they buy frogs, have a problem with feeding them. Often times, the aquatic frog food just sits there, stinking up the...

Here are some basic things you can do to care for African Dwarf frogs. This should at least be the minimum. There's always more, but here's the basics.

Tadpoles are also known as polliwogs and pollywiggles, and they are the completely aquatic form of a frog or toad. There are five main families of tadpoles that species can be categorized into...

Bullfrogs will eat just about anything they can swallow, such as reptiles, fish, birds, mammals, insects, turtles, and other frogs. They have huge appetites.

The recognizable differences between male and female frogs depends on the species. In some species, male and females appear very different, but in others the differences are subtle. In any case,...

The red-eyed tree frog is one of the most recognizable amphibians thanks to its startlingly big, bright red eyes. This little frog might blend in on a leaf when it closes its eyes but should a...

Poison frogs are brilliantly colored amphibians that reside in rainforests. Their toxicity varies from one species to another, and they are generally between 3/4 and 2-1/2 inches in length.

Both frogs and humans have intricate muscular systems, but a close inspection reveals that they are built in ways particular to the needs of each. Simply put, frogs are built for jumping and...

Florida has many different types of tree frogs. When young, these tree frogs can be quite small, making feeding a challenge for those who decide to keep them as pets. Knowing what to feed and...

Red eyed tree frogs are amphibians indigenous to Central America, ranging from Mexico to Panama. They can grow up to 3 inches in length. The females are slightly larger than the males. These frogs...

Many of a frog's body parts have specialized jobs that help frogs survive both on land and in the water, like skin, legs, feet, eyes and tongue.

Growing up tadpoles into frogs is a wonderful experience to witness. Tadpoles must be fed in order to thrive and turn into frogs.

If you are like me, you love pets whether furry, scaly or smooth. Tree frogs are pretty easy to take care of, but like any other pet, they do take some time to care for. Feeding can be a fun and...

A tadpole is the name for the earliest stage in a frog's life cycle after it's born. Tadpoles initially bare little resemblance to frogs. It isn't until later in their development that they...

The red-eyed tree frog, sometimes called the red-eyed leaf frog, is a delicate, slender frog with a bright-green body with neon blue or yellow accents. The most notable feature about this...

Two species of North American tree frogs are commonly kept as pets. These frogs occupy slightly different natural habitats, and terrariums can simulate the best features of either.

Some people are a bit squeamish about holding frogs, especially tree frogs. This is a step by step method that explains how to hold a tree frog in a way that keeps you in control, and makes it...

Keeping tadpoles as pets gives you the opportunity to watch them grow into frogs or toads. Keeping tadpoles is relatively easy and requires minimal effort. The only drawback of keeping tadpoles is...

Red-eyed tree frogs are amphibians native to parts of Central America, ranging from Mexico to Panama. They range from two to three inches in length. The females are slightly larger than the males....

Both frogs and toads are members of the order Anura, so all toads are frogs. But true frogs and true toads have their own specific families, species and characteristics.

Frogs are animals that belong to a class called amphibia, which are cold-blooded animals with vertebrae. Frogs are characterized by bulging eyes, long webbed feet that allow them to swim and jump,...

A highly-adaptable amphibian, the frog can live in diverse climates and habitats, from high-elevation mountain ranges to burrowed passages beneath the ground. Frogs have a unique life cycle. They...

Watching tadpoles grow into frogs is a great experience and hobby. It is especially delightful and educational for children. Raising tadpoles is surprisingly easy and not at all time consuming....

Different species of snakes have different diets, but young snakes will usually eat small fish, frogs, lizards, insects or earthworms. Discover why a baby snake that has been captured may be...

A garter snake is a striped species of snake that usually feeds on fish or frogs, but some sub-species will feed on mice. Find out why garter snakes are often attracted to ponds with help from an...

In order to take care of garden snakes, they should be fed fish, frogs and earthworms, and they should be set up in a typical aquarium at room temperature. Provide a water bowl that is big enough...

Frogs eat a variety of insects and creatures, including crickets, which make up the majority of their diet; they also eat meal worms and wax worms, which are high in fat and should be used...

To make a habitat for a tree frog, drill ventilation holes into a plastic display box, fill the base with moist substrate and add a leafy plant before introducing the frog to its new home. Create...

Frogs enjoy a habitat where they can hide, swim in water and burrow in soil. Mke a frog habitat with these expert tips from a reptile specialist in this free video about pet care.

Feeding a frog in an aquarium is as easy as dropping fish food in the tank. Feed frogs in aquariums with these expert tips from a reptile specialist in this free video about pet care.

Caring for African dwarf frogs is easy as long as no other animals can eat them. Care for African dwarf frogs with these expert tips from a reptile specialist in this free video about pet care.

To care for gray tree frogs, give them plenty of places to hide in the terrarium. Care for gray tree frogs with these expert tips from a reptile specialist in this free video about pet care.

Breeding frogs can be difficult depending on the species. Breed frogs with these expert tips from a reptile specialist in this free video about pet care.

To care for frogs, know the species of the pet frog. Care for frogs with these expert tips from a reptile specialist in this free video about pet care.

Before buying frogs as pets, decide on the species. Buy frogs with expert tips from a reptile specialist in this free video about pet care.

Care for pet tree frogs by getting a vertical cage that mimics an arboreal setting, the natural habitats of tree frogs. Raise healthy pet tree frogs with tips from a herpetologist in this free...

Southern cricket frogs like muddy areas near water and make a noise similar to a cricket. Raise healthy pet cricket frogs with tips from a herpetologist in this free video on Souther cricket frog...

Frogs eat animals smaller than they are, which for many frogs are small insects and meal or wax worms. Raise healthy pet frogs with tips from a herpetologist in this free video on frog feeding.

You can buy exotic frogs online easily by using search engines or checking Web sites for local pet or frog dealers. Buy healthy pet frogs online with tips from a herpetologist in this free video...

Identifying frogs can be a fun pastime, and many parks or wildlife departments have frog identification guides for local areas. Learn to identify frogs from a herpetologist in this free video on...

Green tree frogs are popular pets and need a tall cage to allow the frogs climbing room in tree-like terrarium decoration. Raise healthy pet green tree frogs with tips from a herpetologist in this...

Wood frogs require care like other popular pet frogs. They enjoy water and live insects in terrariums. Raise healthy pet wood frogs with tips from a herpetologist in this free video on frog care.

African black clawed frogs can be albino or gray and can be cared for in a tank with fish and soil. Raise healthy pet albino African black clawed frogs with tips from a herpetologist in this free...