Different Ways to Set Up Pacman Frog Cages

Pacman frogs, also known as Argentinean horned frogs, are a large, round species of frog from South America. They are named for the yellow version of the frog, which shares an uncanny resemblance to the Pac-Man video game character. Pacman frogs, which may also be green, muted brown or rusty red, all have the same care and housing requirements.

  1. Bare Basics

    • Providing the bare essentials without a lot of frills is one of the easiest ways to set up your Pacman frog̵7;s cage. Since Pacman frogs are quite sedentary most of the time, they do not need a lot of space. A 10-gallon aquarium should house one adult just fine.

      Fill the aquarium with 3 to 4 inches of moistened coco fiber or organic soil, then place a shallow plastic water dish at one end of the enclosure. This will allow the frog plenty of space to burrow and hide, which eliminates the need for hiding places and decoration. The water can be used for hydration; it should be changed frequently as it will likely become both toilet and bathtub for your frog.

    Playful Decor

    • Fill the aquarium with a few inches of coco fiber, but provide your frog with a ̶0;pool̶1; made from a glazed terracotta plant saucer. Place real or artificial plants near the pool to create a tropical vibe, and place decorative items such as those made for aquariums around the tank. Create a theme using bright colors, sunken ships, fake dinosaur bones or whatever suits your fancy. Add a colorful aquarium background to the tank to complete the theme.

    Natural Wonder

    • Some of the most spectacular Pacman frog cages try to recreate the species̵7; natural rainforest home with live plants, natural stones and mosses. Start once again with a layer of coco fiber or soil. Add small plants; they're best planted in small containers sunk into the soil to discourage the frog from uprooting them.

      Place a layer of moss around the plants to disguise the pot rims, and hide the lip of the frog̵7;s pool with smooth stones and more moss. Overturned coconut shells can provide shelter, and the forest floor̵7;s leaf litter can be recreated with cleaned and dried oak leaves.