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How long does it take for darts to reach adult size. For example, should a young frog be expected to double in size in a month, two months, etc. Should growth be rapid and noticable or more gradual. What is the age range that most forgs are sold at. Is it wiser to start off with adults. what is the age range for a froglet, a juvenile, and a adult.

thanks

matt

Matt,

Now this is a loaded question. I guess it depends what frogs you are talking about. I will split my answer into 3 groups

1. Thumbnails - 6-9 months for adult size
2. Tincs, auratus, & azureus - 9-14 months for adult size
3. Phyllobates - 12-16 months

Now all the ranges I have stated are general rules. Each of the ranges can be effected by feeding, housing, and general husbandry issues. The ranges apply for the frogs to reach adult size & breeding age.

Just like people, frogs experience growth spurts. It just depends! So saying they are going to double in size ever x months really doesn't apply. I think it is better to note if they are growing or not.

We have found selling our froglets at 2 months or older is a good rule of thumb. You can find frogs being sold anywhere from 2 weeks out of the water and older.

Regarding starting out with froglets or adults, it depends. Adults are going to be more expensive than froglets. You also don't get to experience raising up your frogs which can be quite enjoyable.

Regarding the age range for a froglet, a juvenile, and a adult.

froglet - out of the water - 4 months
juvenile - >4 months - 10 months
adult - >11 months
breeder - > getting eggs.....

Good luck,

Melis

How long does it take for darts to reach adult size. For example, should a young frog be expected to double in size in a month, two months, etc. Should growth be rapid and noticable or more gradual. What is the age range that most forgs are sold at. Is it wiser to start off with adults. what is the age range for a froglet, a juvenile, and a adult.

thanks

matt
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