African Dwarf Frog

Hymenochirus boettgeri

A fully aquatic dwarf frog (not a fish) that's a peaceful, charming tankmate.

Water

Freshwater

Temperature

72–80°F

pH

6.5–7.8

Hardness

5–20 dGH

Max size

1.6 in

Min tank

10 gal

Temperament

Peaceful

Social

Groups (2+)

Swim level

Bottom

Diet

Carnivore

Care level

Intermediate

Lifespan

5-10 years

Breeding

Egg-scatterer

Suitability

Common

Origin

Central Africa

African dwarf frogs are tiny, fully aquatic amphibians that need to reach the surface to breathe and can't compete with fast fish for food. Target-feed them meaty foods and keep the water calm.