{"product_id":"marbled-snout-burrower-frog","title":"Marbled Snout-Burrower Frog","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"262\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"260\"\u003eMarbled Snout-Burrower Frog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"352\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"284\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hemisus marmoratus\u003cbr data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"306\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"322\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marbled Snout-Burrower Frog\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"357\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eSpecies Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"389\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults typically reach 1.5–2.5 inches (4–6 cm) in length, with females slightly larger than males.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"797\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marbled Snout-Burrower Frogs have a small, stout, and rounded body with a pointed snout specialized for digging. Dorsal coloration is marbled brown, tan, and cream, providing excellent camouflage among soil and leaf litter. Limbs are short but strong, with spade-like toes for burrowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eDistribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to sub-Saharan Africa, including countries such as Kenya, Tanzania, and South Africa. They inhabit savannas, grasslands, and forest edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"978\"\u003eHabitat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fossorial and terrestrial, spending most of their time buried underground. They emerge primarily during the rainy season to feed and breed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eBehaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambush predator feeding on insects and small invertebrates. Generally secretive and sedentary, relying on burrowing for protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1275\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eCaptive Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eEnclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e A single adult should be housed in a 12 × 12 × 12 inches (30 × 30 × 30 cm) enclosure with a deep substrate (3–4 inches \/ 8–10 cm) of soil or coco fibre for burrowing. Larger adults may benefit from an 18 × 18 × 12 inches (45 × 45 × 30 cm) enclosure for additional floor space. Include leaf litter, moss, and low hides for security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eTemperature and Humidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003eWarm area: 75–82°F (24–28°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eCool area: 70–75°F (21–24°C)\u003cbr data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eHumidity: 60–75%, maintained with regular misting and a damp substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-intensity lighting with a 12-hour light cycle. Low-level UVB may be beneficial but is not essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed small insects such as crickets, roaches, and worms. Prey should be appropriately sized, gut-loaded, and dusted with calcium; multivitamins provided periodically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2112\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003eBehaviour in Captivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mostly sedentary and buried in substrate. Emerges primarily for feeding. Handling should be minimal to reduce stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003eSpecial Considerations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e• Maintain a deep substrate suitable for burrowing\u003cbr data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003e• Provide hiding areas and leaf litter\u003cbr data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003e• Avoid excessive handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2418\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2420\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003eTaxonomy Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003eMarbled Snout-Burrower Frogs belong to the genus \u003cstrong data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2498\"\u003eHemisus\u003c\/strong\u003e, part of the family \u003cstrong data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2534\"\u003eHemisotidae\u003c\/strong\u003e, a group of small, fossorial frogs native to Africa. Members of this family are characterized by their pointed snouts, burrowing adaptations, and cryptic coloration. Hemisus marmoratus is prized for its distinctive marbled patterns, specialized burrowing behavior, and secretive lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u0026lt; data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2831\"\u0026gt;\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003eGenetics Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2851\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003eNaturally occurring species with no recognized captive-bred morphs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tails and Scales","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56196246307138,"sku":"asv1789651466330","price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/8380\/8066\/files\/marbled-snout-burrower-frog_1.jpg?v=1789651471","url":"https:\/\/abrasionresistclad.shop\/products\/marbled-snout-burrower-frog","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}