Common Name: Fire Belly Toad
Scientific Name: Bornbina orientalis
Distribution: N.E. China, and Korea
Size: 2"
This mostly aquatic frog is found in pond and stream habitats. Most will become tame with regular handling. Skin is semi-toxic, handle only if absolutely necessary. Always wash hands before and after handling this species.
Captive Environment:
When keeping this species in captivity, a 10 gallon aquarium is ideal for proper care. Use gravel, shredded coconut husks, or reptile bark for substrates. Clean substrates often.
Lighting:
Full-Spectrum lighting that emits UVB is a must for captive reptiles. Reptiles depend on ultra-violet light to synthesize vitamin D3, which regulates calcium absorption in the intestine. The light should be positioned less than 18" from your pet for maximum effect. Glass blocks ultraviolet light and should never be used as an enclosure top. A 12- hour day/ night lighting cycle is a good start for your pet reptile. Using a timer is the best way to ensure that the proper amount of light is received.
Temperature:
Maintain day temperature range between 76-82 degrees F. Maintain night temperature range between 70-75 degrees F. There are several methods for establishing the proper temperature range for your reptile. Using spotlights of variable wattage incandescent bulbs on the outside of the enclosure, under tank heaters or heat rocks or any combination of these. When using spotlights for 24 hour heat use red, night bulbs or a ceramic heating element to maintain day / night light cycle. Never place lights inside the enclosure where the reptile could come in contact with them and get burned. Use a thermometer to ensure proper temperature range is maintained.
Water:
A bowl of clean, dechlorinated water should always be available. Frogs do not drink water, they absorb it through their skin, therefore a water dish should be provided that is large enough for the animal to easily get in and out of.
Food:
This species is a carnivore (meat eater). Will eat variety of small worms such as black or tubifex. Also will eat crickets and small insects.
NOTE: This care sheet is a general guide, to learn more about your pet consult a book about it. 