$300 and a trip to the exotic pet store later, I found myself face-to-face with what looked like an angry avocado with eyes. Meet the Pac-Man frog – nature’s proof that sometimes the best things come in grumpy, round packages.
Let’s get one thing straight: Pac-Man frogs (or Ceratophrys ornata, if you’re fancy) are basically stomachs with eyeballs. They’re named after the video game character for good reason – they’ll try to eat anything that moves. And sometimes things that don’t.
| Age | Size | Food Requirements |
|---|---|---|
|
Baby |
2 inches |
Daily feeding |
|
Adult Female |
6-7 inches |
2-3 times weekly |
|
Adult Male |
4-5 inches |
2-3 times weekly |
First-time setup costs had me sweating:
Pro tip: That “starter kit” at the pet store? Skip it. Half the stuff is useless, and the other half is wrong.
These frogs don’t do salads. Their menu includes:
And yes, they’ll try to eat your finger. Don’t take it personally – they’re not bright enough to know the difference between food and fingers.
Here’s the thing: Pac-Man frogs have personalities… they’re just all variations of “grumpy food dispenser.” Mine has two moods:
Red flags to watch for:
Let’s be honest: These frogs are look-but-don’t-touch pets. They’re the grumpy grandpas of the amphibian world. When you do need to handle them:
Monthly Costs:
Ask yourself:
Pac-Man frogs are the perfect pet for someone who:
Remember, these frogs are like tiny, angry potatoes with eyes. They won’t fetch, learn tricks, or show affection. But watching them emerge from their substrate like some sort of prehistoric monster to demolish their prey? Pure entertainment.
Just keep your fingers at a safe distance. Trust me on this one. 🐸✨
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