Logo
ReptiTrack
Toggle sidebar
Log in Create account
The ReptiTrack species catalog is in beta.
This beta profile has not yet been marked verified. Use it as a starting point and suggest corrections if you spot something we should review.
Care level 3

African Bullfrog

Pyxicephalus adspersus

Overview

Key traits and size details for African Bullfrog.

Length

N/A

Weight

N/A

Lifespan

10-20 yr

A captive-bred forested species suitable for the dedicated herpetophile. Requires proper temperature gradient and feeding schedule.

Geography

Native and introduced range details for African Bullfrog.

Explore the highlighted native and introduced range for this species. Hover or tap a country to inspect it on the map.

Native range
Introduced

No precise country-level range has been added for this species yet.

Climate

23-29 C

Temperature range

29 C
23 C
0C 50C

65-85%

Humidity range

85%
65%
0% 100%
Growth

Reference size-over-age data for African Bullfrog.

Growth Curve

Species reference size over age, built from curated catalog points rather than an individual reptile record.

Length Weight
Growth reference data not available yet

Add at least two length or weight points to plot a species reference curve.

Care Guide

Housing, feeding, and handling guidance collected in one place.

Housing

  • Minimum 40 gallon enclosure

  • Provide secure hides on both warm and cool sides.

Lighting & Heat

  • Use a thermostat on every heat source.

  • Maintain a thermal gradient around 23-29C.

  • Keep humidity around 65-85% unless a seasonal shed boost is needed.

Feeding

Insects and occasional larger prey depending on species size

  • Adjust meal size and frequency around age, size, and body condition.

  • Insects and occasional larger prey depending on species size

Handling & Health

  • Keep handling short while the animal settles in.

  • Use deep moisture-retentive substrate and minimal handling.

Related Species
Suggest correction

Send a proposed update for admin review.

Data field
No results found
Common name
Scientific name
Description
Temperament
Habitat
Feeding habits
Temperature min (C)
Temperature max (C)
Humidity min (%)
Humidity max (%)
Climate description
Care level
Lifespan min
Lifespan max
Adult length min (cm)
Adult length max (cm)
Adult weight min (g)
Adult weight max (g)
Growth length points
Growth weight points
Activity cycle
UVB Ferguson zone
UVB UVI min
UVB UVI max
Minimum enclosure length (cm)
Minimum enclosure width (cm)
Minimum enclosure height (cm)
Native range countries
Introduced range countries
Geography summary
Taxonomic class
Taxonomic order
Taxonomic suborder
Taxonomic family
Taxonomic genus
Type
Care guide: Housing
Care guide: Lighting & Heat
Care guide: Feeding
Care guide: Handling & Health
Why is this incorrect or outdated?
Citation label
Citation URL
Catalog preferences

Create a free account to save these preferences across devices.

Units

Metric Imperial

Appearance

Light Dark System
Save with a free account