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name         Cliff
status       other
age          50s

Question -   Can a bullfrog be brought in the house over the
winter as a pet? If so what would be needed.
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While it is not generally a real good idea to bring any wild animal in for a
"pet" (and describing a frog as a pet is a bit of a stretch in my opinion)
it is not illegal in Illinois, and probably not in other states either, to
do so. (Mammals and birds are a very different story however, and should
never be captured). The biggest problem with keeping a frog in winter is
feeding it, depending on the frog they might eat crickets or even small
mice, which can  be had from pet stores. Otherwise, a decent size aquarium
with a rock or log that the frog can get out of the water on if it needs to,
should be enough, cleaning regularly, etc.
J. Elliott
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