How difficult is it to keep Bushveld Rain Frog?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Bushveld Rain Frog?

The ideal temperature for Bushveld Rain Frog is 21〜27℃. Recommended humidity is 60〜80%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Bushveld Rain Frog?

The average lifespan of Bushveld Rain Frog is 5-8 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Bushveld Rain Frog get?

Bushveld Rain Frog typically reaches 3-6cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Bushveld Rain Frog?

Bushveld Rain Frog feeds on: Termites, ants and small insects. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Bushveld Rain Frog?

The price of Bushveld Rain Frog varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Bushveld Rain Frog

Intermediate

Breviceps adspersus

A burrowing frog of the sandy soils of southern Africa. Its round, balloon-like body and stumpy legs leave it unable to jump or swim, and when startled it inflates and backs into its burrow. Development is direct, with froglets hatching straight from the egg.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

21〜27℃

Lifespan

5-8 years

Size

3-6cm

Humidity

60〜80%

Diet

Termites, ants and small insects

About

Breviceps adspersus is a burrowing brevicipitid widespread in the savannas of southern Africa. Males measure 3-4.7 cm and the larger females 4-6 cm. The body is round and squat, brown to greenish-brown, with stumpy limbs, and the frog can neither jump nor swim. It digs backwards using hardened metatarsal tubercles like spades, and spends the dry season 15-30 cm below the surface. It emerges only on nights after rain to feed and breed. Males are too small to grip females, so they secrete a glue from the skin that binds the pair together; they then reverse down into a chamber the female has dug, where she lays her eggs. Development is direct and froglets hatch straight from the egg.

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Lifespan of the Bushveld Rain Frog

The Bushveld Rain Frog lives 5-8 years.

Size of the Bushveld Rain Frog

The Bushveld Rain Frog grows to 3-6cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Bushveld Rain Frog

The ideal temperature for the Bushveld Rain Frog is 21〜27℃. Ideal humidity is 60〜80%.

In captivity use a well-ventilated enclosure with a deep layer of coco fibre or sphagnum for burrowing, held at 21-27 C and 60-80% humidity, and feed small live invertebrates.