Other Names (How it Got Its Names) Adelphobates galactonotus ‘Red’ Red Galac Characteristics Adelphobates galactonotus ‘Red’ are great communal frogs Recommended Vivarium Size Minimum: 18” x 18” x 18” (20-gallon tall) for a pair. Ideal: 36” x 18” x 18” (40-gallon breeder or larger) for groups, allowing vertical and horizontal climbing space. Must include live plants, leaf litter, and hiding spots. Temperature Daytime: 72–78°F (22–25°C). Nighttime: 68–72°F (20–22°C). Avoid prolonged exposure above 80°F, as this can cause stress or death. Humidity 70–90% range, maintained with daily misting or automated misting system. High humidity is critical, but ensure adequate ventilation to prevent stagnant air. Size of Frog Adults typically reach 1.25–1.5 inches (3–4 cm). Life Span 8–12 years in captivity with proper care. Feeding Primary diet: flightless fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster and D. hydei). Supplement with springtails, isopods, and pinhead crickets for variety. Dust feeders with calcium and multivitamins 2–3 times per week. Color/Pattern Black bodies, legs, and feet Red on the back and on top of the legs Social Behavior Generally best kept in pairs or small groups of the same morph. Can be territorial, especially males during breeding season. Provide ample space and visual barriers to reduce aggression. How to Determine Sex Males: usually smaller, slimmer, and develop visible toe pads for calling. They also emit soft trills or buzz-like calls. Females: larger, rounder body shape, especially when carrying eggs. How to Breed Condition frogs with abundant food and stable environmental conditions. Provide a horizontal laying surface (film canisters, petri dishes, or broad leaves). Males will call to attract females. Eggs are deposited on smooth, moist surfaces and typically hatch into tadpoles within 10–14 days. Tadpoles must be removed and raised separately in aquatic setups until metamorphosis.
