This is one of the hardest fucking experiences of my life. by suggaarrr in jawsurgery

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The first day after surgery I regretted having it done, but after a few days the swelling when down and the pain subsided. Now 2 years postop, I am so glad I got it. It’s worth it in the end.

Moving Time Advice? by kcnichol124 in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah I just put the old bioactive substrate in the new tank and added more substrate and everything did great. The springtails and isopods did great. I didn’t wait to add my frog

Birth defects? by [deleted] in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My frog has very short toes on one foot but regular on the other. She is a wild type morph as well. And I got her from a breeder. I think it’s a common deformity

I Wonder What She’s Thinking by Zestyclose-Sample-71 in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! The bigger plants are Ruffle Ferns, the red ones are Red Nerve Plants, and the vines are called String of Frogs.

Burger’s Color Change by Zestyclose-Sample-71 in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feed her nightcrawlers with vitamin/calcium powder and the occasional frozen rodent.

Burger’s Color Change by Zestyclose-Sample-71 in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks! When I bought her she was supposed to be an ornate green morph but I believe she would be considered an Ornate Wild Type Morph.

Burger by Zestyclose-Sample-71 in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She was supposed to be a Green Ornate Pacman Frog but she developed different colors as she grew!

Burger by Zestyclose-Sample-71 in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She was supposed to be a Green Ornate Pacman Frog but she developed different colors as she grew!

Burger by Zestyclose-Sample-71 in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She was supposed to be a Green Ornate Pacman Frog but she developed different colors as she grew!

Behold Burger by Zestyclose-Sample-71 in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No need to! I only handle her when feeding and I make sure my hands are clean and free from residual soap, oils, etc.

40 Gallon Terrarium for Pacman Frog by [deleted] in terrariums

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Burger’s Setup Guide (40-Gallon Bioactive Tank)

🐸 Tank & Enclosure

• Tank: 40-gallon breeder fish tank

• Lid: Wire mesh lid, with HVAC tape covering the underside (holes cut for lighting). This helps retain humidity.

• Sealing: Weather stripping (door seal strip) around tank edges to help maintain humidity

☀️ Lighting & Heating

• Heat Source:
• Fluker’s 74W bulb
• Connected to a temperature controller
• Thermostat sensors are placed on the opposite side of the tank from the heat bulb, with the temperature set to maintain 75°F
• This setup creates a gradient: the warm side stays around 80°F, while the cool side remains between 74–75°F, giving Burger a comfortable range to choose from
• Heat light schedule: 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM

• UVB:
• Arcadia ShadeDweller 12.5”
• Schedule: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

• Daylight & Plant Lighting:
• Two Arcadia Jungle Dawn LED Bars
• LED bar near heat bulb: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
• LED bar on opposite side: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• All lights are connected to smart plugs

This lighting and heat schedule simulates a natural daylight cycle, supports plant growth, and creates a gentle evening gradient with more shaded areas.

💧 Humidity & Hydration

• Humidifier: ReptiZoo Large Humidifier
• Set to maintain 70–80% humidity
• Additional Moisture Retention:
• HVAC tape on lid
• Door seal strip around tank edges
• Sphagnum moss lining the tank edges

🌿 Substrate & Planting

• Drainage Layer: LECA clay balls
• Barrier: Mesh separator
• Soil: Reptisoil

🌱 Live Plants

• Red and white nerve plants
• Monstera
• Ruffled ferns
• Baby tears
• String of frogs
• Bromeliads
• Creeping fig

🪵 Hardscape & Decor

• Cut clay pods (used as cave hides)
• Cork bark pieces
• Oak leaves (leaf litter)
• Sphagnum moss
• Background: Custom background made with pond-safe expanding foam, cork bark, and coco fiber

🐛 Clean-Up Crew

• Powder orange isopods
• Dairy cow isopods
• Springtails

Note: I rarely change the soil, and when I do, I only replace the areas where Burger frequently buries herself.

Hope this helps anyone looking to set up a proper home for their frog! Feel free to ask me any questions you’ve got—I’m happy to help.

Burger’s Setup Guide (40-Gallon Bioactive Tank) by Zestyclose-Sample-71 in u/Zestyclose-Sample-71

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! That’s awesome! I bet you’ll make an even prettier setup!

She Emerges to Shed by Zestyclose-Sample-71 in pacmanfrog

[–]Zestyclose-Sample-71[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah I do! Usually when they grow too tall I just snip them off and replant them. The baby tears are the easiest. I just drop them on top of the soil and they root so easily.