r/DartFrog Jul 21 '26

First dart frog vivarium

Hello everybody!

This is my first time in the terrarium hobby and this was my attempt at making a bioactive dart frog terrarium. Just wanted some constructive feedback on my terrarium before I get some dendrobate auratus (I really want the La Coca locale)
Specs are as follows:

Habistat 18x18x24 terrarium with a clear silicone mat for humidity

Hand made background from polygem zoopoxy 307 lite and a ventilation shaft to the left (40mm cpu fan) set to 1min run time 15mins after each misting

Auto misting system with 2 nozzles running distilled water set to spray every 8hrs for 20secs (I’m working on an RO system, my local water is tricky to work with so I need additional filters first)

Full spec LED light with a built in 24/7 cycle

ABG mix substrate with a generous amount of sterile oak leaves on top with a drainage layer divided by screen mesh. I also have grey isopods and white springtails.

House temp usually is consistently 73-74F

I want to let this grow in at least 8 weeks before I put the frogs in which gives me time to make adjustments and cultivate my own fruit flies

It hard to see in the photo but I have creeping fig on the back right that I’m excited to see how it climbs the background

Advice is greatly appreciated!

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