D. auratus are just about the same size as leucs. Different strains may vary in size, but I'd say the average is about 1 1/2 inches long. I have the blue morph, and they are quite shy, but I understand that most auratus aren't all that secretive.



If you really want the truly tiny guys, the thumbnails are indeed tiny. Most are under an inch, and my D. reticulatus are only about 5/8 inch long. D. imitator (about 3/4 inch) isn't a bad beginner frog except their tiny size, lightening leaps and athletics can be somewhat intimidating. These really need bromeliads on the background such as the Neoregalias. In my experience a group of 4 or 5 is pretty entertaining. Their close relative D. intermedius is similar. I would avoid the pumilios and other thumbnails for your first shot at it.



I think you'll be happier with the larger tank. It's so much easier to plan and build, especially if you are going to have falls and false bottom.
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Patty

Pahsimeroi, Idaho



4 D. auratus blue

5 D. galactonotus pumpkin orange splash back

5 D. imitator

6 D. leucomelas

4 D. pumilio Bastimentos

4 D. fantasticus

4 P. terribilis

4 D. reticulatus

4 D. castaneoticus

2 D. azureus

4 P vittatus

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