The waxy monkey tree frog Phyllomedusa sauvagii is also known as the Chaco Leaf Frog. Common name(s) aside, these are interesting frogs more for intermediate keepers than beginners. Some of their requirements are slightly harder to recreate and are unusual for amphibians. The best way to understand these frogs is to look at their natural [...]
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Pacman Frogs – An amphibian with attitude
If you’re from the UK, like me, you’ll be very familiar with the gentile pond frogs (Rana temporaria) we get over here. They kinda sit there, you put one in your hand… they kinda still sit there. Occasionally you’ll find one of the randy little fellows humping your goldfish, but in all honesty (and as much as I [...]
Six strange animals, but which is the most unusual?
Working with reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates I get to see my fair share of strange animals. Below are 6 animals that I found in the shop today that I think are a little bit unusual. I’d be interested to hear which you think is the weirdest, or the most wonderful. Albino Soft Shelled Turtles These [...]
Beautiful Red-eyed Tree Frogs
The Red-eyed Tree Frog (Agalychnis callidryas) is one of the most spectacular amphibians we see for sale in our hobby. I don’t think I’ll ever tire of these amazing animals so I wanted to make sure you all get to see how special they are. The inexperienced may overlook what they perceive as a ‘green [...]
Exciting New Reptiles, Frogs & Spiders!
It’s been a busy couple of weeks at the Northampton Reptile Centre. That means vivs, terrariums and tanks quickly empty of animals as they venture off with their new owners. We love getting new reptiles, amphibians and inverts to care for but this week there were more than usual! New homes have to be stripped [...]
New Arrivals This Week!
Tuesdays are our favourite day of the week. Why? Because every Tuesday we get new animals come into our shop. It doesn’t matter if they’re reptile, amphibian or spider it’s always exciting. So who was new in this week? Whites Tree Frogs are one of the largest tree frogs around. They are relatively easy to [...]
Rob’s Horned Frog Fantasy
Sure, he may not smile a great deal and he won’t sit on my lap while i watch TV, but my horned frog fantasy is one hell of a great pet. Just look at the colours! How many animals do you know that have a mouth half the size of their body. He facinates me!
