African Dwarf Frog (2 CM)
£7.40
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The African dwarf frog (Hymenochirus) is a fully aquatic freshwater amphibian native to equatorial and Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Description
Overview & Appearance
- Size & Lifespan: They grow to about 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 3.8 cm) long and typically live between 5 to 20 years in proper conditions.
- Physical Traits: They are olive-green, brown, or grey with dark spots. They are completely aquatic, lack tongues and eyelids, and have fully webbed front and back feet with tiny claws on their hind legs.
- Behavior: They spend all their time underwater, but they are lung-breathers and must swim to the surface periodically for air. They are peaceful, social, and nocturnal, and males can make quiet humming or buzzing sounds during mating season.
Habitat & Tank Care
- Tank Setup: Require a minimum of a 10-gallon aquarium for a small group. The tank must have a secure, tight-fitting lid because they can escape, with a slightly lowered water line for easy access to the surface.
- Water Conditions: Maintain a stable temperature between 72°F and 82°F (22°C–28°C) and a pH level of 7.0 to 8.0. Water must be free of harmful heavy metals and chloramines using standard conditioners.
- Decor: Use smooth substrates (like fine sand or bare bottom) and provide plenty of hiding spots with plants and driftwood.
Diet
- Carnivorous Diet: They eat meaty foods, including frozen or live brine shrimp, daphnia, and bloodworms, or specialized sinking carnivore pellets.
- Feeding Habits: Because they have poor eyesight and lack tongues, they rely on smell and touch to locate food, moving slowly and using their front hands to push food into their mouths.
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