Episode 17: Craig Goddard

About this episode

In this episode, Craig Goddard shares his journey in the amphibian hobby, focusing on Ameerega dart frogs and the challenges of breeding and care.

Find Craig on Facebook Follow Frograck on Instagram In this episode of the Frog Rack Podcast, I interview Craig Goddard, who shares his extensive journey in the amphibian hobby, particularly focusing on Ameerega dart frogs. Craig discusses his early experiences with frogs, the challenges of downsizing his collection during a move, and his current goals in breeding Ameerega frogs. He emphasizes the importance of community and mentorship in the hobby, as well as the specific care and breeding challenges associated with Ameerega. Our conversation also touches on the evolution of the hobby, particularly the concept of bioactivity, and concludes with insights on tadpole care and future aspirations in dart frog keeping. In this episode, Craig discusses various aspects of dart frog care, including the differences between wild collected and captive bred individuals, the unique characteristics of Boana Atlantica, and the importance of proper habitat setup. He shares insights from the Tinley Park Reptile Expo, the current state of the dart frog hobby, and the challenges of availability in the market. The conversation emphasizes the need for dedicated hobbyists to focus on breeding and…

People in this episode

Host: FrogRack Podcast

Guest: Craig Goddard

Topics covered

• amphibian hobby
• dart frog care
• breeding challenges
• community mentorship
• tadpole care
• bioactive vivariums

Keywords

• Frog Rack Podcast
• Ameerega dart frogs
• amphibian hobby
• breeding challenges
• community mentorship
• tadpole care
• bioactive vivariums
• dart frog care
• frog keeping

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Facebook, Instagram

Products: Ameerega dart frogs, Boana Atlantica

Books & works: Tinley Park Reptile Expo

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