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Green Pacman Frog
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Common names: Pacman Frog, Green Pacman, Argentine Horned Frog
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Scientific name: Ceratophrys ornata
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Origin: South America (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay)
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Size:
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Males: ~2.5–4 inches
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Females: ~4–7 inches (larger and bulkier)
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Weight: Can reach 0.5–1 lb (females heavier)
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Lifespan: 10–15 years in captivity (with good care)
🧬 Appearance
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Body: Round, squat, and wide-mouthed (why they’re called Pacman)
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Color: Bright green with darker green or brown markings (other morphs exist, but green is classic)
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Mouth: Large, can open extremely wide to swallow prey nearly their own size
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Skin: Moist, smooth, requires high humidity
🧠 Temperament
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Personality: Solitary, sit-and-wait ambush predators
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Handling: Not recommended — they stress easily and have sensitive skin
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Behavior: Burrow into substrate, stay still for long periods, strike quickly at prey
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Bite: Strong jaws and sharp tooth-like ridges — can draw blood if they latch on
🏡 Habitat & Care (in captivity)
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Enclosure size:
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10–20 gallon tank for one adult (they are not active)
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Do not house with other frogs — they will eat each other
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Substrate: Coconut fiber, moss, or soil (kept damp for burrowing)
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Temperature:
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Day: 75–85°F
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Night: ~70–75°F
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Humidity: 60–80% (essential — mist daily)
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Lighting: No UVB strictly required, but low UVB can support health
🍴 Diet
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Type: Carnivore (voracious eater)
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Food for juveniles: Crickets, roaches, small worms
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Food for adults: Larger roaches, nightcrawlers, hornworms, occasional pinky mice (not too often — high fat)
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Feeding frequency:
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Juveniles: daily
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Adults: every 2–3 days
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Supplements: Calcium + D3 dusting on feeders
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