Sapo Pacman

CARE GUIDE

Size: As adults, females can reach 13cm and males 10cm

Origin: South America

Lifespan: Up to 10 years in captivity

Natural Habitat: They inhabit the forest floor of South American rainforests

The Sapo Pacman is one of the most distinctive frog species kept in captivity. Its round body, the range of colours available and its patterns make it very easy to identify. It is very easy to keep and has very few requirements, making it ideal for anyone wanting their first amphibian. It is a terrestrial, burrowing species that benefits from a small pool to soak in.

Although this is a relatively easy species to keep, you should pay attention to a few aspects and ensure certain conditions, which you will find in the following paragraphs.

Terrarium

Size: A 60x45x30cm terrarium is recommended for 1 adult

Material: Glass, acrylic or plastic

 - Heating and Lighting

During the day, a temperature between 24ºC and 28ºC should be maintained. At night, the temperature can drop to 22ºC. The easiest and most practical way to achieve these temperatures is with a Heat Mat placed externally on one side or underneath of the terrarium. Like any heat source, the Heat Mat should be properly regulated by a thermostat.

The Pacman does not need UVB. However, it benefits from exposure to low levels (using a ShadeDweller lamp)

- Humidity

Water should always be available as a small pool/pond where the Pacmans can soak. This species requires a relative humidity of at least 60%, ideally around 80%.

- Decor

The Sapo Pacman is a burrowing ambush predator. With this in mind, the terrarium should have a loose, non-abrasive substrate it can easily bury itself in. You can use branches, cork bark, stones and plants (artificial or live).

Diet and Supplementation

Feeding habits: Insectivorous

 Diet: They should be fed every day.  

- Foods

Insects: The staple diet should be Crickets and Roaches. You can occasionally vary with Mealworms, Waxworms and Calcium Worms.

- Supplementation

For vitamin and mineral supplementation, dust 2 meals a week with Calcium Powder and one with a quality Multivitamin Complex (with Vit. D3). 

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