Axolotl Morphs
There are several selectively bred colour and pattern variations that occur in captive Axolotls. These are called morphs in the pet trade. Some of these morphs are more common than the wild type or normal in captivity. Some morphs are easier to find in pet shops than a wild type. Below I will discuss some […]
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Pet African Giant Bullfrog Care
Captivity African Giant Bull Frogs are commonly kept in zoos and snake parks and in the overseas exotic pet trade. In South Africa this species requires a TOPS permit (short for threatend or protected species permit) in order to keep them in captivity. These permits are difficult to obtain and you have to be a […]
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Pixie Frog The African Giant Bullfrog nicknamed the Pixie frog in the overseas pet trade. Pixie frog is derived from the first part of this frog’s scientific name Pyxicephalus adsperus. An African Giant Bullfrog is a 1 kg 25cm long green monster that has two tooth like projections on the lower jaw that feeds on […]
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African giant bullfrogs come from Southern Africa. They are found in rain filled pools in grassland areas. These frogs spend most of their time buried in a cocoon and are only seen during the wet season, which is when they breed. African giant bullfrogs live up to their name and can get up to 20cm […]
Read moreAxolotl Care Sheet
Axolotls are most probably the weirdest and most interesting amphibians you will ever see. Axolotls make very nice pets and are very easy to take care of. My first herp was an Axolotl. They can grow to 25cm in length. Axolotls are completely aquatic and must be kept in an aquarium measuring 60 cm in […]
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African Clawed Frogs are native to Southern Africa. African Clawed Frogs are the easiest frog you will ever keep. African Clawed Frogs are completely aquatic and can be kept in the same way as your common Gold Fish, with a few alterations. You can provide a heater if you live in a very cold climate, […]
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