African Dwarf Frog (Hymenochirus curtipes)
Description
African Dwarf Frogs are fascinating, fully aquatic amphibians that bring unique charm and lively behavior to community aquariums. With proper care, they thrive and can live for many years as quirky, engaging tankmates. Ensure easy access to the water's surface for air-breathing but be sure to have a lid on the aquarium as they can jump out. They are a social animal, so keep in groups of at least two to three. Avoid sharp decor and strong filters to prevent injuries to this delicate species. Please only handle only when absolutely necessary, their skin is sensitive and absorbs oils/chemicals. Feed 3-4 times weekly; feed with tongs or a dish to ensure they eat (they're slow feeders compared to fish). Their preferred frozen or live bloodworms, brine shrimp, blackworms, daphnia.
- - Care Level: Easy
- - Temperament: Peaceful
- - Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons (for small group)
- - Max Size: 3"
- - Diet: Carnivore
- - Provide an environment with gentle filtration
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Specifications
| SKU | 1031651 |
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| Primary Brand | Petco Freshwater Fish |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Max water Temp | 82 F |
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| Pet Max Length | 3 IN |
| Water Parameters-DKH Min | 5 |
| Special Diet | Carnivore |
| Water Parameters-PH Min | 7.5 |
| Temperament | Community |
| Care Level | Easy |
| Pet Min Length | 1.25 IN |
| Water Parameters-DKH Max | 12 |
| Water Parameters-PH Max | 8.5 |
| Scientific Name | Hymenochirus curtipes |
| Min Water Temp | 76 F |
| Environment | Freshwater |
| Native To | Africa, Indo-Pacific, Sri Lanka |
| Personalized Item flag | No |
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| Length | 1.25 IN |
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A well-balanced diet for an Underwater Frogs consists of sinking, carnivorous freshwater fish food pellets or pellets specifically formulated and sized for Underwater Frogs. Thawed frozen bloodworms, blackworms, tubifex worms and brine shrimp can also be target fed