Q: I want a frog as a pet. Can I just go outside and bring one in?
A: The legality of this depends on your state. Most will allow one or two wild caught frogs to be kept. Do make sure to do your research about the types of frogs in your area before having physical contact with one, however. It is usually safer to get a frog from a known source.
Q: What do frogs eat?
A: While this varies from species to species, a good over-all answer is crickets. Obviously, very small frogs will need smaller food, and very large frogs may appreciate larger foods such as mice or goldfish.
Q: Do frogs shed their skin?
A: Yes- this is a natural and healthy process in frogs that is often related to growth or the weather.
Q: I have several frogs, can I keep them in the same aquarium?
A: Only if they are the same species or known as to safe to interact. Many frogs have poisons that do not affect humans, but will affect other frogs. You also want to watch out for frogs that will eat other frogs- this isn’t always a matter of size, either.
Q: Can I release my frog into the wild if I don’t want it anymore?
A: No, and especially no if your frog is not a native species. Nonnatives can become invasive, alter the ecosystem, kill native species, etc. If you don’t want your frog, find it a new home. Your frog might become a class pet, or join the collection of a frog enthusiast, but either way, it deserves a real home!
