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Hello I am new to Frogs in general. I am going to get a Pacman frog this sunday (first personal pet ever) and i was just wondering what i need for him. I just have on question mainly: Which is better a heat lamp and or light or a heat pad? Please respond to me and any advice for new pacman frog owners will (me) would be graciously appreciated. Please get back to me.
Read this. Frog Forum - Pacman and Horned Frogs - Ceratophrys - Care and Breeding

Lights aren't necessary unless you can't provide enough heat for the frog's climate. Any indepth questions feel free to ask.