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African Dwarf Frog (Hymenochirus boettgeri) in a freshwater aquarium

Freshwater oddity

African Dwarf Frog

Hymenochirus boettgeri

African Dwarf Frogs are beginner-level semi-aggressive aquarium residents that reach about 0.8 in. African dwarf frogs can live with gentle fish that will not nip them or steal all food. Avoid large or aggressive tank mates.

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Quick Stats

Tank

10+ gal

pH

6.5-7.8

Temp

72-79F

Size

0.8 in

Temperament

Semi Aggressive

Care

Beginner

Swim Level

Bottom

Group

Solo or pair

African Dwarf Frog Care Guide

The African Dwarf Frog (Hymenochirus boettgeri) is a beginner-level freshwater aquarium resident from Captive care. It reaches about 0.8 inches and should be kept in tanks of at least 10 gallons.

Keep water near pH 6.5-7.8, temperature 72-79F, and hardness 4-15 dH. Feed carnivore, frozen food, live food with 1-2 small feedings daily.

African dwarf frogs can live with gentle fish that will not nip them or steal all food. Avoid large or aggressive tank mates.

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Size 2 inpH 4.8-6.8

Species To Avoid

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Size 5.9 inpH 6.5-7.5
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Size 0.4 inpH 6.8-8
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Betta

Size 2.8 inpH 6.5-7.8