Pac Man Frog

Stats

General Info

Large, fat frogs, seem to consist of two parts, a stomach and a mouth and appear to be designed solely to eat. They are often very colorful, usually green with dark red to black markings along their back, females slightly larger than males. Usually round in shape, with a mouth disproportionately larger than the body appearing to look like Pac Man characters, this is one of the few frogs that do have teeth.

Enclosure

Minimum 10 gallon aquarium, with a secure lid. Must have a shallow bowl of water where it will spend most of its time. Have enough loose material to simulate the loose leaves in the forest for hiding spots.

Substrate/Bedding

The tank can be lined with paper towels, aquarium gravel, reptile bark or reptile carpet with clumps of sphagnum moss and artificial or live plants. Frogs are very sensitive so make sure products used are reptile safe.

Heating & Humidity

Temperatures preferred are 72 to 82°F and can be achieved by the use of a heat mat underneath the tank. All heat sources must be controlled by a thermostat to prevent overheating. High humidity is required so mist daily.

Lighting

These frogs do best in a 9-12 hour photoperiod. Longer periods may cause them to stop eating. Fluorescent is preferred because incandescent may dry out the skin.

Food

Feed a variety of crickets, fish and mice. Juveniles should be fed every 2 – 3 days. Adults should be fed once a week and then every 10 – 14 days, as it grows older. It is important to not feed prey items that are too large. Offered food should be no larger than half the size of the frog. Use a vitamin and calcium supplement once weekly with juvenile frogs and every 3 – 4 weeks with adults. Crickets can be put in the aquarium and fish may be placed in the water dish or you can use small tongs or tweezers to hold the prey items in front of the frog.

Note: Your should use these care guides in conjunction with a book or other reliable source or  reptile and amphibian information to provide the best possible care for your pet.