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hello, i have three P. Aurotaenia and two weeks ago one started to loose the bright green coloring, daily it became less bright and more of like a grey. So i put him in another enclosure. And other than the color he seems not to have an apatite like he did. I had some photos taken with a picture phone, but i 'm not sure why i have not received them yet... but if i do get them i'll send them. Do you have any idea what might be wrong with him??? Anything would be greatly appreciated! - amanda

thanks

I know I would contact a vet.
More info please, and contact a vet.

Rich

Give some more information. What kind of vitamin/calcium supplement are you using. I used Herptivite and Repcal mixed together at every feeding. I have yet to lose a frog and have brought many froglets up using this powder. I have heard that using paprika will bring out the yellows in Tincs, but I am not sure on the Phyllobates. I am not very familar with them. Tank description and temperature and humidity might also be helpful.

VT's vitamin suggestions are what is recommended by Patrick at Saurian, and they worked for me for many years. I'm using Dendrocare, now. Paprika does enhance the yellows and reds, but does nothing for the greens and blues. However, I don't think the symptoms of going grayish would be vitamin-related in that single frog. I have some Phyllobates terribilis, mint green, but not the aurotaenia. Their color is relatively stable, although one has turned more yellowish than the rest.

Is the frog otherwise healthy? I've looked through my amphibian vet books without finding what you describe as being a symptom of disease. I hope you can get your pictures posted, and someone can give you more help, or totally ease your mind.
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Patty
Pahsimeroi, Idaho

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