{"product_id":"blue-samurai-pacman-frog-ceratophrys-cranwelli","title":"Blue Samurai Pacman Frog | Ceratophrys cranwelli","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"newlands-animal-care-guide\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Samurai Pacman frog is a colour form of Cranwell’s horned frog. Its broad mouth and rounded shape belong to an ambush predator that often waits partly buried in the substrate. Blue-green colour varies with the individual, age and conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecies native to South America; Blue Samurai is a selectively bred colour form.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAround 8–15 cm body length; females are usually larger.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften 8–12 years with appropriate care.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperament\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn observation animal with a strong feeding response.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSocial needs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlways house individually.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHousing \u0026amp; Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnclosure dimensions are length × depth × height. Plan for the adult animal and provide more space wherever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAdult housing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAt least 60 × 45 × 45 cm for one adult, prioritising floor area. Provide a secure, ventilated lid.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaytime gradient around 24–28°C; night around 20–24°C. Avoid overheating and use thermostat-controlled heating.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintain roughly 60–80% humidity, with soft, evenly damp substrate that is never flooded or stagnant.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA pesticide-free soil\/coco blend deep enough to burrow fully. Avoid gravel, abrasive surfaces and loose pieces that may be swallowed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLighting \u0026amp; water\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA gentle day\/night cycle and suitable low-level UVB with deep shade. Use amphibian-safe conditioned water for misting and a very shallow dish with an easy exit.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBehaviour \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever keep with another frog or smaller animal; it may attempt to eat a tank mate. Avoid routine handling. For essential movement, use clean damp powder-free gloves or a suitable container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer a varied selection of appropriately sized gut-loaded insects and safe feeder earthworms. Growing frogs need smaller, more frequent meals; adults require measured portions to avoid obesity. Dust prey with an appropriate calcium\/multivitamin routine matched to UVB provision. Use feeding tongs and avoid fingers near the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoutine Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove waste and uneaten prey promptly. Renew water daily and monitor temperature, substrate moisture and body condition. Do not force a frog into prolonged dry dormancy. Seek an exotics vet for abnormal skin, bloating or persistent refusal to feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Before Buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare and test the enclosure before collection. Ask our reptile team to confirm this animal’s age, current food and supplement routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLive Animals Are Click \u0026amp; Collect Only\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do not ship live animals. Order online and wait for confirmation that your animal is ready before collecting from Newlands Home and Garden Centre, Clondalkin, Dublin 22.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Davy's Pets","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55360929890631,"sku":"1142115","price":78.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8821\/4500\/files\/BlueSamuraiPacmanFrogCeratophryscranwelli.webp?v=1791584287","url":"https:\/\/www.newlands.ie\/en-gb\/products\/blue-samurai-pacman-frog-ceratophrys-cranwelli","provider":"Newlands Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}