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Pipa pipa
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| Surinam Toad | |
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| Surinam Toad | |
| Species | Pipa pipa |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Min. Tank Size | 75.708 liters 75,708.236 mL 20 US Gallons (75.7L) |
| Size | 12.7 cm
8-5 " (20.3-12.7cm) |
| pH | 7.0 - 8.0 |
| Temp. | 297.15 K 75.2 °F 534.87 °R 299.15 K |
| Water Hardness |
6-12 °d |
| Stocking Ratio | 1:1 M:F |
| Availability | Uncommon |
| Diet | |
| Life Span |
5-8 years |
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[edit] Alternative Names
- Surinam Toad, Star-Fingered Toad
[edit] Origin
- Originates from South America, including Brazil, Suriname and Colombia.
[edit] Sexing
- In the breeding seasons, females develop a ring-like swelling around the vent area.
[edit] Breeding
- These toads are not easy to breed. Spawning takes place at the surface, and the male then directs the eggs onto the female's back. Within a day, the female's back swell up, with a pad embracing the eggs. Between 3 and 5 moths later, the young toad breaks out.
Reduce temperature by 2-5°C (35.6-41°F) for 7 days, then restore to normal. If it is unsuccessful, reduce the temperature again and drain off half of the water; leave 7 days and then flood to restore the water level and restore normal temperatures 2-3 days later. Captive breeding of Surinam toad is not common. They are not likely to breed in small aquarium.
[edit] Tank Compatibility
- Should be kept in a species tank only.
[edit] Diet
- Primarily insectivorous, feed things like bloodworm and crickets.
[edit] Feeding Regime
- Feed once or twice a day.
[edit] Environment Specifics
- They are highly aquatic and need a spacious tank. Surinam Toads also need a heated water, and plants such as Java moss in their quarters, along with secure underwater hiding places.
[edit] Behaviour
- An active large Toad.
[edit] Identification
- These odd-looking Toad have a flattened body shape, a little like a leaf, and a sharp, triangular face when viewed from above. They have broad feet, the front are without webbing, long and claw like, the back feet and strong and webbed.
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