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 🐸 Pacman Frog Care Sheet | Roxy’s Pet Shop

Scientific Name: Ceratophrys species (commonly Ceratophrys ornata)
Lifespan: 6–10 years
Adult Size: 4–7 inches (10–18 cm) wide
Temperament: Sedentary, voracious eaters, low-maintenance but need specific care

• Enclosure Type: Glass terrarium with a secure lid.
   
• Minimum Size: 30x30x20cm  for a single adult.
   
• Substrate: Moist coconut fiber or eco earth — keep damp but not waterlogged.
   
• Décor: Provide hiding spots (half logs, plants), and shallow water dish.
   

• Temperature: 24–28°C (75–82°F) during the day; can drop to 20–22°C (68–72°F) at night.
   
• Heating: Use a low-wattage heat mat or ceramic heat emitter on thermostat if needed.
   
• Lighting: No UVB required but a natural day/night cycle is beneficial (12-hour light/dark).
   

• Humidity: High, 70–80% — keep substrate moist but not soaking.
   
• Water: Provide a shallow water dish with clean, chlorine-free water for soaking. Change water daily.
   
• Mist enclosure lightly every day or every other day to maintain humidity.
   

• Diet: Carnivorous — live or frozen/thawed insects (crickets, roaches), earthworms, occasional pinkie mice for adults.
   
• Feeding Frequency: Juveniles every 2–3 days; adults every 4–7 days.
   
• Avoid overfeeding to prevent obesity.
   

• Pacman frogs are generally sedentary and don’t like frequent handling.
   
• Always wash hands before and after handling to avoid stress or transferring oils/chemicals.
   

• Spot Clean: Daily removal of waste and uneaten food.
   
• Full Clean: Monthly — replace substrate, disinfect terrarium.
   

✔️ Glass Terrarium with Secure Lid (minimum 30x30x30cm)
✔️ Coconut Fiber / Eco Earth Substrate
✔️ Low-Wattage Heat Mat or Ceramic Heat Emitter
✔️ Digital Thermometer & Hygrometer
✔️ Shallow Water Dish (non-slip)
✔️ Hides (Half Logs, Artificial Plants)
✔️ Misting Bottle or Automatic Mister
✔️ Live/Frozen Insects (Crickets, Roaches, Earthworms)
✔️ Pinkie Mice (for adult frogs, occasional treat)
✔️ Calcium & Vitamin Supplements (powder form)
✔️ Reptile-Safe Disinfectant