Pacman frogs (Ceratophrys) are favorites among amphibian lovers because they come in so many morphs and colors. “Morph” is the term for the specific designs on a frog’s body that make it unique.
In this article, we look at 12 popular Pacman frog morphs and colors. Although this list does not include all variations for this frog genus, these are some of the most popular or unique-looking. Let’s check them out!
The 12 Pacman Frog Morphs & Colors
1. Green “Normal” Pacman
The green “normal” Pacman is bright green with brown spots across the entire body. This is the standard coloration for this frog, making it the most commonly sold in the pet industry. In nature, these frogs are brown, not green.
2. Albino Pacman
The albino Pacman frog has no pigmentation. As a result, it almost has a yellow or orange skin tone. It also has red eyes, which is common in other albino animals. Since these frogs do not have pigment, you can clearly see the blood vessels underneath their skin and bodies. This is why their eyes appear red and their colors are dulled.
3. Strawberry Pineapple Albino Pacman
Another popular Pacman frog morph is the strawberry pineapple Albino. This frog is named after the fruits that it tends to look like. Standard strawberry Pacmans have pinkish tones, but this individual morph has a dull coloration because it is albino. It is different from a regular albino Pacman in that it has pinkish tints.
4. Chocolate Mint Pacman
Pacman frog breeders like naming their frog morphs after foods! The chocolate mint Pacman has a pale green color that is much more muted than the standard green. It also has lighter brown accents.
5. Caatinga Pacman
Caatinga Pacmans are incredibly hyper. They can come in different colors, but they are most commonly bright green with brown spots. Of all the Pacman frogs, these tend to be the most active and energetic.
6. Samurai Blue Line Ornate
If you like Pacmans that are big and have incredibly loud colorations, you will love the samurai blue line ornate. This is a morph that has quite a bit of red, but there is a blue line down the center of the back. These frogs are unique looking and difficult to miss.
7. Samurai Lime Green Albino Pacman
Samurai lime green albino Pacmans have a green tint, but their pattern and coloration are muted because of their albino pigmentation. The exact level of color will depend on the individual frogs. For some samurai lime green albinos, the only green will be on its sides or on top of its eyes.
8. Samurai Apricot Albino Pacman
The samurai apricot albino is one of the few brightly colored albino frogs. Unlike other albino Pacmans, its apricot color does not fade. It still has bright colors, but it also has red eyes and lacks other pigmentations. This is an incredibly unique morph.
9. Citrus Albino Pacman
The citrus albino Pacman is a cross between the aforementioned samurai lime green albino and the samurai apricot albino. As a result, these Pacman frogs tend to have bright yellow bodies with orange spots. They are really unique and beautiful.
10. High Red Ornate Pacman
A vibrant Pacman frog is the high red ornate. It is incredibly bright with vibrant red spots. The term “high” means “bright” or “a lot” when used in naming reptiles and amphibians, meaning this frog has a large amount of red coloring.
11. Samurai Ornate
Samurai ornates come in different shades and patterns, but they tend to have quite a bit of green and red. They also will have brown spots. Like the other ornate varieties, there are quite a few more beautiful spots on the body.
12. Black-Eyed Mutant
If you are a fan of really weird-looking Pacman frogs, you will love the black-eyed mutant. This morph is incredibly unique in the frog world. As its name suggests, the eyes are black, but the rest of its body is pink, almost reminiscent of raw chicken. Very little is known about this mutant, but they are often produced whenever two blues are bred with one another.
About Pacman Frogs
Pacman frogs are amphibians that are native to South America. Unlike many other amphibians, they are bad swimmers and spend almost all their time on land. As you might assume, this frog gets its name from the “Pac-Man” video game because it has a similar shape to the character.
This frog can grow to be 6 inches long and tends to be as wide as it is long, making it almost a complete circle. Unlike many other breeds, the females are larger than the males. They also live for quite a long time, typically between 7 and 10 years.
This frog is a great pet for people who want a frog to look at without handling them much. Unlike some other pets, Pacman frogs do not like being held or picked up, making them less suitable for people who want an active companion. Due to their unique colorations, they are stunning and beautiful to look at.
Conclusion
As you can see, Pacman frogs come in many colors and morphs. This article only looked at a few of the most popular ones, but there are many more varieties available. Some people like breeding different Pacman frogs to try to bring about more colors and morphs.
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Contents
- The 12 Pacman Frog Morphs & Colors
- 1. Green “Normal” Pacman
- 2. Albino Pacman
- 3. Strawberry Pineapple Albino Pacman
- 4. Chocolate Mint Pacman
- 5. Caatinga Pacman
- 6. Samurai Blue Line Ornate
- 7. Samurai Lime Green Albino Pacman
- 8. Samurai Apricot Albino Pacman
- 9. Citrus Albino Pacman
- 10. High Red Ornate Pacman
- 11. Samurai Ornate
- 12. Black-Eyed Mutant
- About Pacman Frogs
- Conclusion
