Popular Amphibians: From the Experts at Advanced Vivarium Systems (CompanionHouse Books) Fire-Bellied Toads and Newts, Leopard and Dwarf Clawed Frogs, Tiger Salamanders

by Philippe De Vosjoli

Frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts are among pet owner’s favorite amphibians, and this colorful guide proves the perfect introduction to these fascinating animals. Author Philippe de Vosjoli provides guidelines for keeping the most popular species of amphibians, highlighting Oriental fire-bellied toads, leopard frots, dwarf clawed frogs, fire-bellied newts, and tiger salamanders. For each he provides insight into commonly kept species, systematics, distribution and origins, size, longevity, sexing, housing, feeding, behavior, breeding, and more. This Advanced Vivarium Systems title includes information about selecting a healthy example, quarantine and acclimation considerations, housing needs, water and feeding, as well as solid advice about keeping the amphibian healthy. A separate chapter on diseases and disorders provides a complete primer on the health needs and veterinary care of these rewarding amphibians.

Genres: Animals

120 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 2004

Reviews

[Kebechet Moxen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good starter book for if you are thinking about getting your first amphibian. I would recommend doing some research past this into whichever species from the book you wish to get (the book covers fire bellied toads, floating frogs, leopard frogs, rice paddy frogs, dwarf clawed frogs, common clawed frogs, fire bellied newts, paddle-tailed newts, red spotted newts, axolotls, waterdogs, and tiger salamanders). This book also does a decent job at going over amphibian diseases and what to watch out for. All in all, a great book to get you started. The only thing I hesitate on is the suggestion to mix species such as fire bellied toads and tree frogs, which I would not recommend unless you are an experienced keeper, and even then would be hesitant due to the tendency of tree frogs to eat other amphibians. I would also do further research into each species as the book is from 2004 and we're learning new things about our amphibious friends every day!

[Zachary Griffiths · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great information.

[Avel Rudenko · Rating 4 out of 5]

All you want to know about Amphibians! Includes Toads, Frogs, etc.