AmphibiCast
192 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -AmphibiCast is the Original Amphibian Focused Podcast. Each weekly episode features informative and educational content for hobbyists, naturalists, ecologists, pet enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates frogs, toads and salamanders.
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Episode 81. Sustainable Tree Frog Trade with Sam Sucre
March 25, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBTonight I am joined by Sam Sucre of Natural Tanks. Sam joins to us straight from Panama and we discuss ending wild caught trade in favor of a more sustainable captive export trade. We also discuss Sam’s new project producing sustainably sourced red eyed tree frogs in Panama for export into the USA. For more information about Sam and his work please visit: http://www.natural-tanks.com/ If you'd like to support the show consider becoming a Patron and visit: https://www.patreon.com/Amphi...
Episode 80 Listener Q and A
March 18, 2022 12:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIn this episode I answer some questions submitted by listeners. I enjoy listener feedback and I thought that this episode would be a fun way to answer some common (and a few uncommon) questions about many of the topics that I cover on the podcast For listener discounts on In Situ Vivariums visit : https://insituecosystems.com?ref=amphibicast To support the show consider becoming a patron https://www.patreon.com/Amphibicast For AmphibiCast merch check out https://the-amphibicast-store.c...
Episode 79. “Salamander Series Part 2". -Paludariums, Red Salamanders, and Siren Care with Mike Lardis
March 11, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBTonight I am joined by Youtuber, Mike Lardis of Slithering Salamander Scapes. Mike is a long time salamander enthusiast and an accomplished paludarium builder. We discuss some of his build methods, the importance of good water quality, and how he built a salamander room for his collection. We also discuss care points for red salamanders (pseudotriton), tiger salamanders (ambystoma) and greater sirens (siren). Follow Mike's channel on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4oEwBR-rvWxI66...
Setting the Record Straight -2022 Lacey Act Amendments with Phil Goss of USARK
March 05, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBThere is current legislation under way in the US that may significantly affect our rights to work with amphibians, reptiles, birds, invertebrates and non domesticated mammals. In this special episode I am joined by USARK President -Phil Goss, and we discuss the Lacey Act Amendments in the America Competes Act of 2022, where the bill is currently, and what the effects will be if it is passed into law. Phil and I also discuss some of the misconceptions associated with the bill and how we can w...
Episode 77. Salamander Series Part 1. The Frosted Flatwoods Project with Mark Mandica
February 25, 2022 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBTonight I kick off the first episode of the "Salamander Series." In these episodes I will be focusing on some serious salamander subjects! Tonight I am joined again by Amphibian Foundation Co-founder, Mark Mandica who has dedicated his life towards salamander conservation. We discuss the frosted flatwoods salamander conservation project and how frosted flatwoods were bred in captivity for the first time ever at the Amphibian Foundation. For more information please visit amphibianfoundation...
Episode 76. Becoming a Master Herpetologist with Mark Mandica
February 18, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBTonight I am joined once again by Mark Mandica -Co-founder of The Amphibian Foundation. We discuss continuing education in herpetology, and how Mark has created online and in-person college level classes that are accessible to everyone. Mark also talks to us about caecilians, Pipa pipa (commonly known as the Suriname Toad) and some upcoming classes that include a course on amphibian husbandry. Having taken the Master Herpetologist Course myself I can say that I was extremely satisfied with...
Episode 75. Breeding Bumble Bee Toads with Laura Abraham
February 11, 2022 15:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBBumble bee toads (Melanophryniscus) are a highly sought after species among amphibian enthusiasts. Yet, they are notorious for being only sporadically available. Thankfully tonight's guest has figured out a way to breed them both successfully and consistently. It's my pleasure to be joined tonight by Laura Abrtaham of ARTphibians LLC, and we discuss how she breeds her toads, how to care for them in captivity, and the importance of proper diet and supplementation. Follow Laura on Instagram ...
Episode 74. Brandon Willis of Lost Vivariums
February 04, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBTonight I am joined by fellow dart frog enthusiast, Brandon Willis. Brandon originally started out in the plant hobby after being inspired by bonsai trees. He went on to develop his own unique style of building vivariums and then found an interest in dart frogs. Brandon is also an active National Guardsman who does many of his builds during his free time while on deployment. We also discuss some cost effective vivarium hacks and how to source materials from places that many people overlook....
Episode 74. Brandon Willis of Lost Vivariums
February 04, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBTonight I am joined by fellow dart frog enthusiast, Brandon Willis. Brandon originally started out in the plant hobby after being inspired by bonsai trees. He went on to develop his own unique style of building vivariums and then found an interest in dart frogs. Brandon is also an active National Guardsman who does many of his builds during his free time while on deployment. We also discuss some cost effective vivarium hacks and how to source materials from places that many people overlook....
Episode 73. Fruit Flies 101
January 28, 2022 13:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBFlightless fruit flies are one of the most popular prey items for dart frogs, glass frogs, mantids, spiders, baby chameleons and more. In this episode I run down the basics of how to culture your own flies at home, and I share some tips that I've picked up along the way. Culturing flies can be a bit intimidating at times , especially for beginners, but it doesn't have to be! So if you are interested in keeping smaller amphibians, lizards or inverts but not sure if fruit flies are for you, ...
Episode 72. The Science of Springtails with Dr. Ann Fallon
January 21, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBTiny arthropods known as springtails (Collembola spp.) are popular among vivarium enthusiasts for their "cleanup crew" abilities. We often hear about their use in “bioactive” vivariums. Tonight I am joined by entomologist, Dr. Ann Fallon and we discuss the biology, reproduction and lifecycle of Folsomia candida. For more information about springtails and Dr. Fallon visit: https://entomology.umn.edu/people/ann-fallon If you'd like to support the show please consider becoming a patron and...
Episode 71. Carotenoids and Reproductive Success in Oophaga Pumilio with Dr. Matt Dugas
January 14, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBIn 2013 Dr. Matthew Dugas co-authored a paper about the important role that carotenoid supplementation plays in oophaga pumilio reproduction. The findings have greatly influenced captive dart frog husbandry methods for almost a decade now and most hobbyists today incorporate carotenoids into their supplementation regiments. It is my pleasure to have Dr. Dugas as my guest this week and we discuss the paper in detail. We also discuss sophisticated pumilio parental behaviors, how egg depositio...
Episode 70. "The Doctor Is In!"-Bacterial infections, Routine Health Checks, and Glass Frog Care with Andrew Logan DVM
January 07, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBTonight I am pleased to be joined once again by Dr. Andrew Logan DVM. We talk about how to identify bacterial infections in amphibians and some of the treatment options available. We also discuss what to expect during a routine health check and we finish off with a discussion on glass frog care.
The Holiday Special Episode! with Mike Tytula of Alpha Reptile
December 23, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBTonight I am joined once again by Mike Tytula of Alpha Reptile. We have a good old fashioned casual conversation about what ever comes up including his trip to Costa Rica, what it was like being stung by a bullet ant, his Ameerega breeding project, and some of the challenges that go along with creating content for youtube and podcasting. And to all the listeners out there, we wish you an enjoyable yuletide season~ Be sure to subscribe to Mike's channel on Youtube To check out Mike Tytula...
Episode 68. "Pick Your Poison" The Science of Toxicity - Batrachotoxin with Dr. Justin Du Bois
December 17, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBPoison Dart Frogs are synonymous with toxicity. In fact, species in the Phyllobates Genus are among the most toxic animals on earth. They owe that toxicity to their ability to produce batrachotoxin. In this episode I am joined by Chemist, Dr. Justin Du Bois, who is an expert on batrachotoxin. We discuss the origins behind the scientific study of batrachotoxin, its effect on other living organisms, how and why it is being synthesized, and much more! For more information check out: https://...
Episode 67. Vivarium Build Special - The Pros and Cons of Different Background Materials
December 10, 2021 01:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBBuilding a custom background for your vivarium is both challenging and rewarding. In this episode I discuss some of the pros and cons unique to some of the different materials used to build custom backgrounds in our vivariums. For listener discounts on In Situ Vivariums visit : https://insituecosystems.com?ref=amphibicast
Episode 66. A Dart Frog Natural History with Dr. Juan Santos
December 03, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBIn tonight's episode I am joined by world renowned dart frog expert Dr. Juan Santos of the Santos Lab at Saint Johns University. We discuss everything from taxonomy, toxins, wild diet, and the effects of climate change on dart frogs. If you have ever wanted to learn everything you can about wild dart frogs -this is the episode for you! This episode is packed with information and is definitely one of my personal favorites. For more information please visit http://www.jcsantosresearch.or...
Episode 65. Vivarium Plants Pt. 2 "Marcgravia with Zach Goodnow"
November 19, 2021 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBThis episode is Part 2 of a short series focusing on vivarium plants. In this episode I am joined once again by Zach of Equatorial Ecosystems and we talk about the Marcgravia genus. Marcgravia species have been highly sought after for their unique shingling growth as well as their ability to add depth and texture to vivarium hardscapes. We discuss how the genus entered the hobby, how to care for them, and what new species we can expect in the future. For more information check out https:...
Episode 64. Vivarium Plants Pt. 1 "Aroids with Zach Goodnow"
November 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBTonight's episode is part one of a short series focusing on vivarium plants. I am joined by Zach Goodnow of Equatorial Ecosystems and we talk about plants in the Araceae Family, commonly known as "Aroids." Aroids have been popular vivarium plants for a long time, and as new and rarer species are becoming more readily available, many of us have decided to take a plunge deeper into the plant kingdom. Zach and I talk about everything from aroid basics and how they got into the hobby all the ...
Episode 63. Everything You've Ever Wanted to Know About Turtles with Anthony Pierlioni
November 05, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBTonight I am joined by Anthony Pierlioni. Anthony is the Senior Director / Vice President of Theturtleroom.org and he also hosts two podcasts which include "The Pondcast" and "Turtley Devoted." Anthony has worked with turtles for years in many different capacities, and in this episode we talk about good husbandry practices, his career with VCA Animal Hospitals, turtles management, and conservation. And, we also have a great discussion about Black Breasted Leaf Turtles for all of you Geomyda...
Episode 62. Business as Usual -A Conversation About the Amphibian Industry with Jay Sommers
October 29, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 80.2 MBTonight I am joined once again by Jay Sommers of Sandfire Dragon Ranch. Jay has bred everything from rare exotic newts such as neurergus kaiseri to hobby staples like whites tree frogs He has three decades of experience in the herp industry and in this episode he shares some of his thoughts on the amphibian business, dealing with difficult customers, and how important it is for new keepers to do their research. We then wrap up with a discussion on how Jay keeps his whites tree frogs and we ...
Episode 61. Highlights from American Frog Day 2021
October 22, 2021 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBLast weekend I had the pleasure of attending American Frog Day 2021. In this episode I run down some of the highlights of the day, and I share what I took from the ideas and issues presented in the evening's lectures. Please consider supporting conservation and sustainable biocommerce by visiting the links below: https://www.tesorosdecolombia.com/ https://www.evaccfoundation.org/index.php/en/home/
Episode 60. Conservation through Cryopreservation with Dr. Michael Mahony
October 15, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBA few decades ago, the idea of using cryopreserved genetic material to bring back extinct or endangered species laid only in the realm of science fiction. Although we are not quite at that point today, science has still brought us much closer. In tonight's episode I am joined by Dr. Michael Mahony of Australia's University of Newcastle. We discuss his research into cryopreservation as a means to protect fragile amphibian populations and the possibility of resurrecting extinct species of ...
Episode 59. American Frog Day 2021 with Julio Rodriguez
October 08, 2021 13:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBTonight I am joined once again by Julio Rodriguez. We talk about what's new from Tesoros, the ins and outs of importing dart frogs, and of course what we can expect from American Frog Day 2021! This Year's American Frog Day takes place on October 16th 2021 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown New York. For more information or to purchase tickets visit americanfrogday.com and follow Julio on Instagram @dartfrogs
Episode 58. Audrey of Urban Amphibia
October 01, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBTonight my guest is Audrey -Owner and Operator of Urban Amphibia and we talk about how she started her own business, what it's like working expos, her experience in the field of wildlife and fisheries science, and of course her long tenure in the amphibian industry. Audrey also has a rising Youtube channel, Audreys Urban Exotics, featuring some of her vivarium builds. Follow Audrey on Instagram @urban_amphibia https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0TJS8_3irVGVx0v1dcXtgw To Support the Show...
Episode 57. Travis of TCS Dart Frogs Returns!
September 26, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBIn this episode, I am joined once again by Travis of TCS Dart Frogs. We talk about some of his new dart projects, his experiences with both vivarium and aquarium builds, how to deal with plant pests and his new venture into captive breeding Halloween Crabs! If you'd like to support the show visit: https://www.patreon.com/Amphibicast
Bonus Episode: Bats, Humans, and meeting Jane Goodall with Dr. Caroline Lotter
September 18, 2021 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBIn episode 56. I sat down with Dr. Caroline Lotter and we discussed the life history of Pixie Frogs. However, since the majority of Caroline's work focuses on bats, I thought it would be interesting to do a short bonus episode dedicated to her work with bats. We also discuss Jane Goodall, and how meeting her helped influence Dr. Lotter's career. If you'd like to support the show: https://www.patreon.com/Amphibicast
Episode 56. Natural History of the Pyxie! with Dr. Caroline Lotter
September 17, 2021 18:00 - 54 minutes - 37.8 MBHave you ever been interested in how Pixie frogs (pyxicephalus adspersus) live in the wild? In this episode I'm joined by Dr. Caroline Lotter of Inkululeko Wildlife Service in South Africa and we talk about the unique lifestyle and conflicts that pixies face in the wild. There is more to pixies than just their voracious appetites! For more information visit: https:/www.iws-sa.co.za/
Episode 55. Ameerega and More with Nick Gamble of Cleveland Frog Company
September 10, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBIn this Episode I sit down with Nick Gamble of the Cleveland Frog Company. Nick has worked with the Ameerega and Allobates genera for years and he is one of the few people working with them in the US. We talk about Nick's work with uncommon genera, the importance of seasonal cycling, ethical breeding, and what the future holds for uncommon genera in the future.
Episode 55. Amereega and More with Nick Gamble of Cleveland Frog Company
September 10, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBIn this Episode I sit down with Nick Gamble of the Cleveland Frog Company. Nick has worked with the Ameerega and Allobates genera for years and he is one of the few people working with them in the US. We talk about Nick's work with uncommon genera, the importance of seasonal cycling, ethical breeding, and what the future holds for uncommon genera in the future.
Episode 55. Amereega and More with Nick Gamble of Cleveland Frog Company
September 10, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBIn this Episode I sit down with Nick Gamble of the Cleveland Frog Company. Nick has worked with the Ameerega and Allobates genera for years and he is one of the few people working with them in the US. We talk about Nick's work with uncommon genera, the importance of seasonal cycling, ethical breeding, and what the future holds for uncommon genera in the future.
Episode 54. Rana Virus and Clean Amphibian Trade with Dr. Matt Gray
September 03, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBIn tonight's episode I am joined by Dr. Matt Gray. Dr. Gray is Associate Director of the UTIA Center for Wildlife Health and has dedicated years of his career to the study of amphibian diseases such as ranavirus and chytrid (Bd and Bsal). In this episode we discuss both diseases, and some of the dynamics behind mass die offs. Dr. Gray is also an avid supporter of a clean amphibian trade and works in conjunction with organizations such as PIJAC to develop strategies that may save us from f...
Episode 54. Rana Virus and Clean Amphibian Trade
September 03, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBIn tonight's episode I am joined by Dr. Matt Gray. Dr. Gray is Associate Director of the UTIA Center for Wildlife Health and has dedicated years of his career to the study of amphibian diseases such as ranavirus and chytrid (Bd and Bsal). In this episode we discuss both diseases, and some of the dynamics behind mass die offs. Dr. Gray is also an avid supporter of a clean amphibian trade and works in conjunction with organizations such as PIJAC to develop strategies that may save us from f...
Episode 53. Vivarium Build Basics- A Beginner Tutorial
August 29, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBIn this episode I run down the basic elements essential to a successful vivarium build. This episode is perfect for beginners attempting their first build and contains the steps, materials, methods and theories behind a typical dart frog vivarium build. For listener discounts on In Situ Vivariums visit : https://insituecosystems.com?ref=amphibicast
Episode 52. Top 10 Dart Frog Myths Busted!
August 20, 2021 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBIn tonight's episode, I run down the top 10 myths behind dart frogs and how they are kept.
Episode 51. The 300 Gallon Paludarium -with Troy Goldberg
August 06, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 88.3 MBIn this episode I am joined once again by Troy Goldberg. We talk about how his collection has changed in the past year and how he built his massive 300 gallon paludarium. We also discuss some of his new plant preferences, the use of alternate substrates, and how to deal with criticism within the hobby. For listener discounts on In Situ Vivariums visit : https://insituecosystems.com?ref=amphibicast For AmphibiCast Merch check out: https://the-amphibicast-store.creator-spring.com/
Episode 50. "The Art of the Dart" with Zac Herr (aka) IAMMAKINGART
July 30, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBTonight I am joined by photographer Zac Herr, known on Instagram as IAMMAKINGART. We talk about photography techniques, equipment, and the elements that are essential to a good photograph. We also touch on some of Zac's more memorable photoshoots, how his photos were picked up by National Geographic and his personal experiences keeping dart frogs.
Episode 49. "Frog Business" -A Conversation with Alex Menke of Frog Daddy
July 16, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBIn this episode I am once again joined by Alex Menke of Frog Daddy and we discuss the ins and outs of operating a dart frog business. We touch on the challenges of opening a brick and mortar store, managing a business during Covid, and the importance of good employees. Alex and I also discuss some of the new projects that FrogDaddy is engaged in, along with many of the new species and locales that he is working with. If you'd like to support the show visit: https://www.patreon.com/Amphi...
Episode 48. Jacks World of Wildlife
July 10, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBTonight my guest is Jack Schulhoff of Jack's World of Wildlife. Jack has a successful YouTube channel where he observes and interacts with various forms of wildlife across the globe, and he is also an avid dart frog enthusiast! In this episode we discuss life as a wildlife documentary presenter, the legacy of Steve Irwin, and how Jack maintains his private collection of dozens of Oophaga species and locales.
Episode 47. The Amphibian Pandemic - Chytrid with Dr. Taegan McMahon
July 02, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBTonight I am joined by Dr. Taegan McMahon. Taegan is a Disease Ecologist and she has studied Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd) (commonly known as chytrid) quite extensively. In this episode we discuss the lifecycle of the fungus, how it is spread and what the future holds. We also discuss the surprising role that non amphibian hosts, such as crayfish and birds have in spreading Bd and how a possible vaccine for the fungus may be available in the near future.
Episode 46. Pros and Cons of Different Enclosure Types
June 26, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBThere are many available options for housing amphibians in captivity these days. But how do we know which one is the best? Well, the answer isn't always straight forward, and different setups suit certain situations better than others. In this episode I provide a quick rundown of some common enclosure types along with the pros and cons of each.
Episode 45. High Level Keeping with Dillon Perron of The Animals at Home Network
June 19, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBIn tonight's episode I sit down with fellow podcaster Dillon Perron of The Animals at Home Network and we discuss the concepts behind high level keeping. As the amphibian and reptile hobbies have grown over the past few decades, our attitudes towards keeping have advanced as well. It is now common practice to house animals in more naturalistic enclosures, replicate their normal lifecycles with seasonal variations, and to provide them with some form of behavioral enrichment. Dillon and I hav...
Episode 44. Global Amphibian Decline with Dr. Jake Kerby
June 12, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBMany of us are aware of global amphibian decline on some level. But have you ever wanted to know about the real causes behind it? -If so, this is the episode you have been waiting for! Tonight I am joined by Dr. Jacob Kerby. Dr. Kerby is Associate Chair of Biology at the University of South Dakota and he is also a leading expert on global amphibian decline. In this episode we talk about everything from amphibian diseases, the effects of pollution and tile drainage, Dr. Kerby's role as a m...
Episode 43. BONUS EPISODE - The Incident at the Zoo
June 05, 2021 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBIn last week's episode I was joined by professional zoo keeper, Mason Kleist and we discussed animal husbandry from a zoo keeper's perspective. However, a few days after our discussion, there was an incident at the El Paso zoo involving a woman who unlawfully entered a primate exhibit. The story made international news, she was subsequently arrested after her video went viral, and she is now facing charges. In this Bonus Episode, Mason joins us again to discuss the event as well as the rami...
Episode 42. "A Zoo Keeper's Perspective" with Mason Kleist of the El Paso Zoo
May 30, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBIn this episode I'm joined by Mason Kleist of the El Paso Zoo. Mason is a professional zoo keeper and we discuss animal husbandry and care from a zoo keeper's perspective. Mason is also an avid dart frog hobbyist and we discuss his experiences with keeping amphibians both personally and professionally.
Episode 41. Care and Breeding of Epipedobates anthonyi, the "Phantasmal Frog"
May 21, 2021 18:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBIn this episode I discuss the care and breeding of Epipedobates anthonyi, commonly known and the Phantasmal Dart Frog
Episode 40. Vivarium Plants with Zach Goodnow of Equatorial Ecosystems
May 14, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBWhen we think of vivariums we almost immediately think of plants. Well planted vivariums are not only visually appealing, but in many situations plants are a vital part of amphibian husbandry. In this episode I am joined by Zach Goodnow of Equatorial Ecosystems and we discuss some of the finer points of keeping plants successfully in a vivarium setting. We cover topics that include lighting, water quality, substrate choices, plant selection and placement, and how to best plant a vivarium ...
Episode 39 -Thinking Outside the Glass Box 3 - All Things Tarantula with Richard of the Tarantula Collective
May 07, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBHave you ever been curious about the tarantula hobby? Well, in this episode of Thinking Outside the Glass Box I am joined by Richard of the Exotic Pet Collective Podcast and we talk about all things tarantula. Richard has been keeping tarantulas for over 2 decades, he hosts the Exotic Pet Collective Podcast and he runs the successful Tarantula Collective YouTube Channel. We discuss the hobby, tarantula care, enclosure builds and overcoming arachnophobia. In fact, if you are an arachnophob...
Episode 38. Cruziohyla Craspedopus and Glass Frogs with Mike Novy
May 03, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBIn this episode I'm joined once again by Mike Novy of Rainforest Junkys. We talk all about the care and breeding of the highly coveted Cruziohyla crasoedopus , and later into the episode we talk about members of the Glass Frog Complex and some current issues involving legislation in the hobby.
Episode 38. Cruziohyla craspedopus and Glass frogs with Mike Novy of Rainforest Junkies
May 01, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBCruziohyla craspedopus has often been called the “Holy Grail” of tree frogs. It is highly sought after among frog hobbyists and throughout it's history in the hobby, the species has had quite a mystique to it. In tonight’s episode Mike Novy of Rainforest Junkies joins me again, and he sheds some light on craspedopus care, its history in the hobby, and why it’s a species best reserved for advanced keepers. In the second part of this episode, our conversation turns to members of the Glass F...