How difficult is it to keep Sambava Tomato Frog?

Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.

What is the ideal temperature for Sambava Tomato Frog?

The ideal temperature for Sambava Tomato Frog is 24〜27℃. Recommended humidity is 70%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Sambava Tomato Frog?

The average lifespan of Sambava Tomato Frog is About 6 years on average, up to 10 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Sambava Tomato Frog get?

Sambava Tomato Frog typically reaches 6-9.5cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Sambava Tomato Frog?

Sambava Tomato Frog feeds on: Crickets, earthworms and other insects. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Sambava Tomato Frog?

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

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Sambava Tomato Frog

Beginner

Dyscophus guineti

A terrestrial frog endemic to eastern Madagascar. The orange-red body carries rust-like reticulations and a black stripe runs from behind the eye along the flank. It is the most widely traded Dyscophus and an easy species to keep.

Difficulty

Beginner

Temperature

24〜27℃

Lifespan

About 6 years on average, up to 10 years

Size

6-9.5cm

Humidity

70%

Diet

Crickets, earthworms and other insects

About

Dyscophus guineti is a terrestrial microhylid endemic to eastern Madagascar, where it lives in humid forest and marshland. Males are yellowish and 6-6.5 cm long; females are red-orange and larger, reaching 9-9.5 cm. The back carries rust-coloured reticulations, and a dark stripe runs from behind the eye along the flank. When threatened it braces its limbs, inflates the body and secretes a milky sticky substance from the skin. Keep it in a terrarium with a deep layer of moisture-retaining substrate such as coco fibre or leaf mould. Provide a water dish deep enough for the whole frog. Trade in this species expanded as a substitute after its relative D. antongilii was regulated in the 1990s, and captive-bred animals are increasingly available.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Lifespan of the Sambava Tomato Frog

The Sambava Tomato Frog lives About 6 years on average, up to 10 years.

Size of the Sambava Tomato Frog

The Sambava Tomato Frog grows to 6-9.5cm.

Temperature & humidity for the Sambava Tomato Frog

The ideal temperature for the Sambava Tomato Frog is 24〜27℃. Ideal humidity is 70%.

Aim for 24-27 C by day with a night drop to about 18 C, and humidity above 70%, while keeping part of the lid screened, as it suffers in stagnant humid air.

Basic Info

Origin

Eastern Madagascar (humid forest and marsh at mid elevations)

Care Specifications

PeacefulGroupBreeding: Hard

Sources: Amphibian Care: Tomato Frog / Reptiles Magazine: Tomato Frog Care Sheet / Wikipedia (Japanese)

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Dyscophus guineti (Grandidier, 1875)

Synonyms: Kalula guineti Grandidier, 1875, Discophus guineti (Grandidier, 1875), Plectropus guineti (Grandidier, 1875)

Authority databases: GBIF

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

CITES Appendix IIIUCN LC · Least Concern

All species in the genus Dyscophus were listed in Appendix II at CoP17 in 2016, and this species has been subject to regulation since January 2, 2017 (Species+). While older descriptions on the English Wikipedia state this species as non-listed, it is a listed species under the current Appendices.

Sources: CITES Appendices (トマトガエル属 Dyscophus spp. 附属書II、2017年1月2日発効) / IUCN Red List

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.