African Clawed Frog Care Guide
Xenopus laevis
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Bioload Score
2400
PeacefulEasyFreshwater
- Max Size
- 15.0 cm / 6.0"
- Temperature
- 20–26°C (68–78°F)
- pH Range
- 6.5 – 8.0
- Min Tank Size
- 36L (10 gal)
- Min Group Size
- Can be kept alone
- Tank Level
- Bottom
- Origin
- Africa
- Temperament
- Peaceful
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Breeding Difficulty
- Moderate
Diet
Carnivorous; feeds on a variety of live or frozen foods, including insects, worms, and small fish. May accept small amphibian pellets.
Community Compatibility
Best kept in a species-only tank or with larger, non-aggressive fish.
Good to Know
African Clawed Frogs shouldn't be kept in a deep aquarium as they need to surface for oxygen.
Gender Differences
Males are generally smaller and slimmer than females.
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