Pacman frog (Ceratophrys cranwelli ) Pacman Frogs should be handled as minimally as possible. If you must handle your Pacman, be sure to reach from behind as your fingers will be required for other daily chores. Handle your Pacman firmly, yet safely, by gripping the underside with your thumb, and the Pacman’s back with your index finger. You can use your other hand to support, while of course avoiding your Pacman’s mouth. It is important that you wash your hands both before and after each handling. Like other frogs, Pacman Frogs ingest water through their skin. Any chemicals on your hands will soak through your Pacman and could cause harm. To avoid any infections on your end, wash your hands thoroughly after each handling Enclosures A 5-gallon tank will suffice a juvenile frog, while a 10-20 gallon tank is adequate for adult Pacman’s. a substrate of Coconut Fiber or similar substrates should be used. After it has been well moistened, enough substrate should be placed to allow your Pacman Frog to burrow itself so that its head will remain above ground. Substrate should be spot checked daily for waist and completely changed monthly. A water dish should be placed in the tank, and cleaned after each use, or if not used, every few days. Use only spring water. If tap water must be used, treat with approved water conditioners. To avoid stress, Pacman’s will hunt for a place underneath foliage to burrow itself. If you use live plants, be sure that they are not toxic to your Pacman. plastic Plants are a safe option. Temperature / Heating The temperature inside the enclosure should be kept between 78°F (26°C) - 82°F (28°C) daily, while dropping to the low 70's a night.12 hours of Daylight, and 12 hours of Night is recommended by most for your Pacman Frogs. The best method of achieving this is with a combo lighting fixture. Combo lighting fixtures allow you to maintain proper day/night cycles and temperature. Some lighting fixtures come with built-in timers; you can also purchase a digital timer. Feeding A diet that consists of soft-bodied invertebrates is the preferred method. Crickets, earth worms, silk worms, meal worms, and occasionally wax worms. Juveniles can be fed anywhere from 3-5 times a day. Adults can be fed less frequently with the introduction of a small mouse or a feeder fish once a month. . frogs require vitamin and mineral supplements. All food items should be dusted with a suitable vitamin and mineral supplement designed for reptile and amphibian use either at each feeding or at least once a week. Shake the excess dust from the food before placing in the vivarium. Adult frogs should be fed 2-4 times a week. All the food items from the previous feeding should have been eaten before the next feed. If not, feed less next time.