Email: mark@ameyzoo.co.uk

Internationional Sugar Glider Association

Fire Belly Toad

by Mark Amey

Scientific name:

 Bombina orientalis

Distribution:

 N.E. China and Korea

Size:

 2 inches

Natural Habitat

This mostly aquatic frog is found in pond and stream habitats. When keeping this species in captivity, a 10 gallon aquarium is ideal for proper care.

Behaviour

Most will become tame with regular handling. Skin is semi-toxic, handle only if absolutely necessary. Always wash hands after handling this species.

Captive Environment

Prefers 2-3 inches of water with logs or cork bark areas for dry areas.

Temperature

Maintain day temperature range between 76-82 F. Maintain night temperature range between 70-75 F. Use low wattage heat lamp in well ventilated enclosure or an aquarium heater in a large glass jar with a perforated lid.

Humidity

This species requires moderate levels of humidity which can be created with a jar heater.

Water Requirements

Use only de-chlorinated water. Chemicals are available from fish /aquatics shops.

Nutritional Requirements

This species is a carnivore (meat eater). Eats a variety of small worms such as black or tubifex. Will eat crickets and small insects.

An excellent exotic, captive or bred in captivity.