The African dwarf frog is a freshwater amphibian of the Hymenochirus family. This species is a great addition to freshwater tanks with its unique coloring and physical traits. African dwarf frogs bring activity and entertainment to an aquarium. The species coexists peacefully with non-predatory fis...
The African Dwarf Frog is also called by its latin name "Hymenochirus Curtipes". Originally, the African Dwarf Frogs were abundant in the streams and small rivers of Central Africa. The African Dwarf frog is fully aquatic, meaning that it does not need to leave the water at all. The ...
True to their name, African dwarf frogs are diminutive in size, usually measuring between 1 and 1 1/2 inches in length, although they can grow to up to 2 1/2 inches. They vary in color from olive green to brown-green. As they're fully aquatic, they don't need to leave the water...
An African dwarf frog’s diet should contain a high protein and well-balanced selection of food consisting of specialized aquatic frog sinking pellets, freeze dried bloodworms, frozen brine shrimp, daphnia, and live blackworms. African dwarf frogs have poor vision and rely on their sense of smel...
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