Are Amazon Milk Frogs Poisonous to Humans, Dogs, or Cats?

Amazon milk frogs (Trachycephalus resinifictrix), sometimes called mission golden-eyed tree frogs – are fairly large tree frogs native to the Amazon Rainforest in South America. These frogs are a popular pet due to their unique appearance, and docile nature. But are Amazon milk frogs poisonous? Amazon milk frogs are mildly poisonous. When stressed, they produce a milky toxic skin secretion … Read more

Can Frogs See in the Dark?

Most frog species are nocturnal, which means they are most active at night. They have developed several adaptations to suit this lifestyle, and one of them is night vision. Frogs can see in the dark because the structure of their eyes, and specifically their retinas, permits them better vision than humans when light levels are low. Their … Read more

Do Poison Dart Frogs Need UVB?

Do poison dart frogs need UVB

All living things on the surface of the planet are exposed to ultraviolet light to some extent. Diffused and reflected UVB will penetrate into deep shade, so even creatures on the floor of thick rainforests may be exposed to small amounts of UVB. Exposure to UVB allows poison dart frogs to synthesize vitamin D in … Read more

Do Pet Tree Frogs Need UVB?

Do tree frogs need UVB

All living things on the surface of the planet are exposed to ultraviolet light to some extent. Diffused and reflected UVB will penetrate into deep shade and even nocturnal creatures may be exposed to small amounts whilst hidden in their daytime retreats. Exposure to UVB allows tree frogs to synthesize vitamin D in their skin, … Read more

Do Pet Frogs Need UVB?

Do frogs need UVB

All living things on the surface of the planet are exposed to ultraviolet light to some extent. Diffused and reflected UVB will penetrate into deep shade and even nocturnal creatures may be exposed to small amounts whilst hidden in their daytime retreats. Exposure to UVB allows frogs to synthesize vitamin D in their skin, which … Read more

Are Frogs Omnivores?

Are frogs omnivores

Frogs are amphibians, which means they live part of their lives in the water and part on land. They typically start their lives as fully aquatic tadpoles, which metamorph into mature frogs over time. In each of these life stages, they will have different diets. Frog tadpoles are mostly herbivorous and eat algae and aquatic … Read more