Ceratophrys Cranwelli Strawberry M
Ceratophrys cranwelli is a frog known as the Pacman frog or Argentinian horned frog. The “Strawberry” form is a color form (morph) that has been created through selective breeding and has a bright red-orange color.
Behavior & important: Lives alone (cannibalism). Does not like handling. Can bite if threatened. Is an ambush predator and can eat large prey.
Terrarium diet: crickets, dubia cockroaches, earthworms, occasional pinky mice (adults), calcium and vitamin supplements.
Terrarium decoration: cork bark, leaves / leaf litter, hiding places, shallow water bowl (for hydration).
Water should be chlorine-free.
Substrate Ideal: coconut fiber, terrarium soil / forest soil, sphagnum moss
Depth: 5–10 cm or more so it can be buried.
Avoid: gravel, substrate with fertilizer, large pieces of bark (danger of swallowing).
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Scientific Name: Ceratophrys cranwelli
Nation: South America (Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, Brazil)
Adult Size: Approximately 9–15 cm
Lifespan: 8–15 years in captivity
Behavior: Solitary, nocturnal, ambush hunting
Difficulty: Easy to moderate
Terrarium Size: Minimum: ~40–45 cm long (approximately 40 L) for an adult, Larger is preferred (e.g. 45x45x45 cm).
Temperature & Humidity
Temperature: Day: 24–28 °C, Night: 20–23 °C
Humidity: 60–80 % ideal
Tips: spray daily, moist but not muddy substrate, good ventilation to avoid mold.
Lighting: No strong lighting required.
Low UVB (2–5 %) can be used, but is not necessary.
Strawberry / albino morphs prefer lower light and shade.
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