CHUBBY FROG care sheet
CAGING
NEEDED
15 gallon terrarium with secure lid . 20 gallon for a pair. Tank should be well planted.
BEDDING &
WATER NEEDS
Orchard bark, coconut fiber based bedding, or sphagum moss/ mulch substrate. The bedding should be deep enough for your Chubby Frog to burrow. Also include a large shallow
water bowl.
LIGHTING & UVB
Fluorescent lighting. Specific Day lighting for frogs.
TEMPERATURES
& HUMIDITY
Temperature should range from 80-85F. The temperature can drop down to 65F. Chubbys
require a high humidity. Mist at least 2x per day.
DIET
Live gut-loaded crickets, mealworms, nightcrawlers, eathworms, wax worms butterworms,
small grasshoppers are voraciously taken. Sprinkle food with calcium daily and with a
mineral supplement once or twice a week.
MISC.
INFORMATION
Chubby Frogs come from South-East Asia. Chubby Frogs are known to secrete a glue-like
slim when harrased.
AVERAGE SIZE
2 to 3 inches.
LIFE SPAN
10 to 11 years.
SHOPPING LIST FOR NEEDED SUPPLIES
Bedding
Terrarium with Screen Lid
Rocks or Decor
Calcium & Mineral Supplements
Misting Bottle
Incandescent Light or Ceramic Heater
Non-Toxic Plants
Red / Night Light for Night Viewing
Crickets / Food
Humidity Gauge & Thermometer
Shallow Water Bowl
Book about Frogs