Bring home a living cartoon classic with the Pac-Man Frog (Ceratophrys species). Native to the rainforests and grasslands of South America, these iconic frogs get their nickname from their spherical, wider-than-they-are-long bodies and enormous mouths, which they use to engulf virtually any moving prey that crosses their path. Because they spend the vast majority of their time half-buried in substrate waiting for an easy meal, Pac-Man Frogs require minimal horizontal space and offer a uniquely entertaining, low-maintenance keeping experience. Available in a rainbow of stunning morphs—including albino, green, strawberry, and mutant variants—they are a colorful and charismatic staple of the amphibian hobby.

Key Features & Care Requirements

• Distinctive Morphology: Ultra-wide mouths, round rotund bodies, and small fleshy “horns” above their eyes, paired with striking patterns in green, brown, yellow, and red.

• Sedentary Ambush Hunter: Requires a simple terrestrial setup (a 10 to 20-gallon tank is plenty for an adult) featuring a deep, moisture-retaining substrate like coconut fiber where they can bury themselves up to their eyes.

• Simple Climate Control: Thrives at normal room temperatures ranging from 70°F to 80°F, with moderate humidity maintained through regular misting and a shallow, heavy water dish.

• Voracious Appetite: Famous for an aggressive feeding response; an enthusiastic carnivore that readily accepts crickets, dubia roaches, silkworms, hornworms, and occasional pre-killed mice or specialized frog pellets.

Important Note: Pac-Man Frogs have powerful jaws and a notoriously strong grip; while their “bite” is more of a startled pinch than a true defense mechanism, it’s wise to use feeding tongs rather than bare fingers. They are strictly solitary and highly cannibalistic, meaning they must always be housed individually to prevent them from trying to eat tankmates.