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To make a long story short, my new baby tomato frog escaped into my pacmans tank. Wake up in the morning, the pacman frog is out (visibly fat) and ate the tomato frog. Now, I know these frogs are toxic in the wild, but I am under the impression that they lose their toxicity in captivity, correct? I ask this because I do not want my pacman getting sick as a result of this mishap and thus losing two frogs Can someone clarify me? Thanks...I am so saddened the little guy got into the other tank, need to reinforce those things.

I am fairly certain they are still toxic in captivity. They still produce the sticky, thick liquid when frightened, which is the deterrant. The horned frog will be probably be fine, but what I want to know is how the tomato got out. Take it easy bro and good luck. Andy
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We all make mistakes, Toz. I bought a baby California Kingsnake for my nephew a few years ago. Cal's are escape artists and he squeezed out of his tank and into my nephew's Argentine Horned Frog's tank (they were side by side). You can guess who won that battle! I suspect you had both frogs in the same tank with a divider that failed to divide! Next time, use separate tanks with secure tops. Even though some frogs aren't as accomplished climbers as other critters, a secure top also keeps intruders from getting INTO the tank (ie..kids and cats). Good luck and don't get too discouraged!