Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 4 , Pages 255-263, October 2006

Nutritional Support of Amphibians

National Aquarium in Baltimore, Baltimore, MD 21202 USA.

Abstract

Poor body condition is a common presenting sign in amphibians, and nutritional support of the animal can be critical. Indications and contraindications for assisted feeding in amphibians will be discussed, focusing on adult anurans (e.g., frogs, toads) and urodelans or caudates (e.g., salamanders, newts, sirens). Support can include restoring hydration, syringe feeding a liquid diet, force-feeding prey items to larger amphibians, and encouragement of free feeding. In all cases, the underlying cause—most commonly suboptimal husbandry—should be investigated and corrected.

Key words: nutritional support, assisted feeding, amphibian, anuran, caudate, diet

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PII: S1557-5063(06)00143-1

doi:10.1053/j.jepm.2006.09.004

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 4 , Pages 255-263, October 2006

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