How to Make Custom Wrapping Paper
Staples is having a 50% off sale on custom wrapping paper right now (Code 978941 Exp 12/20/2025) so naturally I decided to make some dart frog wrapping paper. In this quick guide I’ll give you all the info you need to get this wrapping paper made! I also have included the wrapping paper design I […]
Build Journal – Setting up an 18x18x24 Vivarium
Bioactive Vivariums are always changing and evolving Keeping vivariums and dart frogs is an evolving hobby with many unexpected iterations and changes. Each vivarium has a story to tell and here is the one of a 18x18x24 vivarium I picked up for $50 on Facebook market place in 2023. What started out as a home […]
How to Handle, Move, and Catch Dart Frogs
How to safely handle and catch dart frogs Catching dart frogs is an essential skill to master in the hobby. Although, dart frogs are better observed from afar, catching and handling them is important. It is generally not recommended to handle dart frogs, however, sometimes it is necessary. Eventually you will have to transport, treat, […]
Substrate Series: ABG Mix as a Substrate for Dart Frog Vivariums
What substrate should you use in your dart frog vivarium? When keeping dart frogs it is important to set up the right environment for them and a big part of this is selecting the appropriate substrate for your dart frog vivarium. If you’re interested in keeping tropical plants like orchids or poison dart frogs you […]
Substrate Series: Filter Foam as a Vivarium Substrate
Filter foam or aquarium sponge filter media is a relatively new innovation to keeping dart frogs. Overall, as a substrate it is an effective way to keep your dart frogs happy while also growing vivarium plants well. Filter foam has some unique advantages over organic substrates, such as ABG, including its longevity, ease of use, and […]
How to set up a Dart Frog Grow Out Bins or Temporary Enclosure
The benefits of temporary dart frog grow out bins When it comes to raising dart frogs, especially young or newly acquired ones, creating the right environment is key to their health and development. Temporary dart frog grow out bins or enclosures are an invaluable tool for hobbyists looking to monitor their frogs closely before they […]
How to Treat Rubs, Scrapes, and Abrasions in Dart Frogs
One of the most common injuries seen in captive dart frogs are dermal (skin) rubs or abrasions. Read about how to identify and treat these injuries.
Leaf Litter Sterilization for Vivariums: A Complete Guide
Leaf litter plays a crucial role in the natural ecosystem of vivariums, offering vital benefits like providing shelter, creating microhabitats, and contributing to the overall aesthetics of the enclosure. However, using leaf litter in vivariums does have the potential of introducing harmful pathogens, fungi, or pests. Sterilizing leaf litter before introducing it to your vivarium […]
Sexing Phyllobates Terribilis Dart Frogs
Identifying the gender of Phyllobates terribilis dart frogs is widely considered as difficult; Read to learn how to sex phyllobates terribilis
What to do With New Plant Cuttings?
How to Set Up Fresh Plant Cuttings for Your Vivarium or Terrarium So you find yourself with some sliced up philodendrons gifted by your local dart frog hobbyist in the standard green plastic sandwich bag with some paper towels, where do you go from here? Cuttings are the easiest way to share plants with local […]