Episode 16: Patrick Nabors

Episode 16: Patrick Nabors

From The Frograck Podcast by FrogRack Podcast

January 28, 2026 · 1h 20m · Episode 16

About this episode

In this episode, Patrick Nabors shares his extensive experience in dart frog breeding and the evolution of the hobby.

www.DartFrogsAndGeckos.com to buy frogs from Patrick and view the care info he has shared. In this episode of the Frog Rack podcast, I interview Patrick Nabors, a seasoned dart frog breeder with nearly four decades of experience. Patrick shares his journey from childhood explorations of nature to opening a reptile pet store and eventually focusing on breeding dart frogs. He discusses the evolution of the dart frog hobby, the challenges of marketing and selling frogs in the modern era, and the significant growth in availability and interest in dart frogs during the early 2000s. The conversation also touches on the complexities of frog morphs and locality names, as well as the importance of educating new hobbyists to ensure their success in keeping dart frogs. In this conversation, Patrick Nabors shares his extensive experience in the dart frog hobby, discussing the importation of frogs, challenges in breeding Pumilio species, and the management of a large collection. He reflects on the business landscape of dart frog breeding, especially during the pandemic, and offers insights into the future of the hobby, emphasizing the importance of creating a natural environment for these…

People in this episode

Host: FrogRack Podcast

Guest: Patrick Nabors

Topics covered

  • dart frog breeding
  • reptile pet store
  • hobbyist education
  • frog morphs
  • marketing challenges

Keywords

  • dart frogs
  • breeding
  • reptiles
  • hobby
  • marketing
  • Pumilio species
  • frog care

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: DartFrogsAndGeckos.com

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