Red & Black Walking Frog

Phlyctimantis Sp.

Traits
Frogs have sensitive skin and generally would rather not be handled. Most walking frogs have toxins in their skin for protection from predators. If handling is desired, it is important to wash hands before and after handling. Young children should not handle walking frogs. Have the new terrarium completely set up before bringing your new friend home. Additionally, make sure your new family member is allowed enough time to adjust to its new home before any attempt to handle it.
Feeding
Walking frogs do well on a diet consisting of a variety of vitamin/calcium dusted insects such as small crickets, mealworms, waxworms, and small subterranean worms such as red wigglers. Fresh clean water should always be available in the form of a shallow bowl for soaking. Adult frogs should be fed 3-4 times per week. Juveniles can be fed daily.
Housing
Successful permanent maintenance requires at least a 10 gallon terrarium. A screen lid is essential for proper air exchange. Live plants can be used in walking frog enclosures to maintain humidity levels and create a natural atmosphere. Ideal daytime temperature for walking frogs should range between 75 and 85 degrees. Nighttime temperature should remain between 70 and 75 degrees. The humidity for these frogs should be kept at or near 80 percent. Most reptiles and some amphibians require ultraviolet lighting to maintain good health. Although nocturnal (mainly active at night) frogs don't require ultraviolet lighting, if it is part of the habitat design, it is recommended for 12 hours per day. The use of a timer will assist in maintaining an accurate schedule of light periods. Misting the habitat once or twice daily will help maintain proper humidity levels. For bedding, 2" to 3" of Bed-A-Beast and moss is recommended for walking frog terrariums to maintain proper humidity levels. The substrate should be kept moist, but changed regularly to avoid bacterial growth.The more plants and secluded areas within terrariums the better.