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Adopted Albino Pacman Frog Help
Hi. I recently adopted an Albino Pacman frog. I've never owned an amphibian before so this is all new to me. After receiving the Pacman frog which came with the enclosure I started doing research and generally kept ending up on this forum. The frog seems to look healthy and it's quite big (nearly 5 inches). The original owner said it's between 2-3 years old.
I've been using Google as a source for answering most of my questions but my conscience would feel better knowing this guy will be okay. I think my pacman is really awesome and I want to do my best to keep it healthy. I've ran into a couple concerns...
- I haven't seen it eat yet; I've only had the frog 5 days and the original owner said he was fed a week ago. So he hasn't eaten anything for at least 12 days. I was told he eats mice and that he is way to big for crickets (which deemed true.. I put 3 crickets in the enclosure 2 days after getting the frog and he didn't even acknowledge them) I read that these frogs who are on this kind of diet can go quite awhile between their meals, so I'm not too concerned, however, a day after I tried feeding it crickets I went and got him a mouse. I'd really like to see this guy eat! Again, the frog just ignored it and rather bury itself. I would like to get some insight on this.. do they really start ignoring smaller prey after they've reached a certain size? Everywhere I go basically states crickets are the staple food etc.
- I'm having a little trouble with temperature. I know it may take awhile for the frog to adjust in it's new home and I don't see any visual signs of any health issues. I can't get the temperature to rise any higher then 74 Fahrenheit. From what I can tell from looking at this forum I want the temperature to be 80. I'm actually pretty concerned as people on here are pretty strict about this. I need some help. I went out and bought an Exo Terra heating pad (the guy at the pet store said extra small is what I'd want for a 10g tank). But it doesn't seem to be working? I have it placed on the side of the tank as recommended for these frogs. I've also put saran wrap on 3/4 of the tank lid. It's still not heating up.. Did I buy a heating pad too small? My next step is to buy a heating light. My frog is Albino and I read lights can actually harm this type of frog so I wanted to know exactly what I would need to get...
The frogs actions seem to be okay (I think) he just seems very lazy and basically just digs a hole and sits there with the top of his head stuck out. I haven't been handling him.. I'm kinda afraid to. I heard a frog this size can have quite the bite. My friend however is more brave. He picked him up with no hassle at all and the frog just let him. I dug him up today because he's been burrowed in the same spot for almost 3 days but he looks to be fine. His skin looks moist and it doesn't look like it's getting hard or anything. He basically went to the edge of the tank and back again then burrowed. I was considering the tank may be a little too small. He can't really do much in there..
I've filled out the questionnaire and I'll attach pictures of the frog and my setup. I would very much appreciate any help or advice. If I'm doing something wrong please tell me! Thanks
1. Size of enclosure - 10g
2. # of inhabitants - One Albino Pacman Frog
3. Humidity - usually between 80-90
4. Temperature - 72-74
5. Water - Aqua Pro Tap Water conditioner with Aloe Vera
6. Materials used for substrate - Exo Terra Plantation Soil
7. Enclosure set up - Two fake plants. 4 inch substrate. Water Dish half full.
- I haven't cleaned the whole tank yet. But I'll make sure to wash everything with hot De-chloride water.
8. Main food source - Was told mice with feeder fish once in awhile.
9. Vitamins and calcium? Haven't thought this far yet. I will once she starts eating.
10. Lighting - Just a desk lamp shining in the tanks direction.
11. What is being used to maintain the temperature of the enclosure - Extra Small Exo Terra Heating Pad
12. When is the last time he/she ate - Approx 12-13 days ago..
13. Have you found poop lately - Only the day I got the frog. I've seen it pee though.
14. A pic would be helpful including frog and enclosure - Will attach pictures
15. How old is the frog - Approx 2-3 years old
16. How long have you owned him/her - 5 days
17. Is the frog wild caught or captive bred - No idea.. If this is crucial I can probably find out.
18. Frog food- how often and if it is diverse, what other feeders are used as treats - Haven't experimented with food yet. Been told mice and feeder fish from original owner
19. How often the frog is handled - Once in 5 days.
20. Is the enclosure kept in a high or low traffic area - Currently in my living room since it's the warmest place in my house. Won't be permanent once I get the heating issue fixed.
21. Describe enclosure maintenance (water changes, cleaning, etc) - I've been making sure the water is cleaned and I mist every couple hours if the humidity drops.
