TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Introduction 1
- Chapter One: Biological Information 3
- Scientific Name 4
- Types of Fire Belly Toads, Origin, and Distribution 5
- Size and Physical Appearance 8
- Growth Rate 9
- Longevity/Lifespan 11
- Chapter Two: Fire Belly Toads as Pets 13
- What Makes It a Great Pet 14
- Legal Requirements 15
- Myths or Facts? 19
- Pros and Cons of Owning One 19
- Chapter Three: Purchasing and Selecting a Healthy Breed 21
- Where to Buy a Fire Belly Toad 23
- Characteristic of a Healthy Breed 23
- Characteristics of a Reputable Breeder 27
- Some Recommendations 30
- List of Breeders and Rescue Websites 34
- Chapter Four: Requirements Before Buying a Fire Belly Toad 39
- Fire Belly Toads in the Wild vs. in Captivity 41
- Housing Requirements 44
- Maintenance 49
- Costs of Housing Requirements 51
- Chapter Five: Nutrition and Feeding 55
- Food in the Wild vs. in Captivity 57
- Nutritional Needs of Fire Belly Toads 58
- Primary Foods 60
- Tips on How to Feed Fire Belly Toads 61
- Amount Required for Fire Belly Toads 62
- Chapter Six: Handling Your Fire Belly Toad 67
- How to Handle Your Pet Properly 68
- Chapter Seven: Breeding Requirements 71
- Breeding Basics 72
- Sexing 72
- Grasping and Mating Process 74
- Incubation Period 76
- Hatching 78
- Reproducing Fire Belly Toads 79
- Nesting Requirements 80
- Chapter Eight: Life Stages of Fire Belly Toad 83
- Life Stages 84
- Growth and Diet 85
- Chapter Nine: Diseases and Health Requirements 87
- Common Health Problems 89
- Chapter Ten: Summary and Quick Info 99
- Glossary of Important Terms 105
- Index 107
- Photo Credits 111
- References 113
