{"product_id":"gold-african-clawed-frog","title":"Gold African Clawed Frog","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGold African Clawed Frog\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eXenopus laevis\u003c\/em\u003e – Gold\/Albino Morph\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGold African Clawed Frog\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fascinating, fully aquatic amphibian with a bright golden-yellow to cream colouration. They are hardy, unusual and entertaining to watch, spending virtually all of their time underwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite their slow, relaxed appearance, they are \u003cstrong\u003eopportunistic predators\u003c\/strong\u003e and will happily eat smaller fish, shrimp and other animals that can fit into their mouth. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌟 Why Choose a Gold African Clawed Frog?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐸 \u003cstrong\u003eUnique aquatic amphibian\u003c\/strong\u003e – A fascinating alternative to keeping fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💛 \u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful golden colouration\u003c\/strong\u003e – The gold\/albino form is much lighter than the wild-type frog.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eFully aquatic\u003c\/strong\u003e – No land area is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent appetite\u003c\/strong\u003e – Usually enthusiastic feeders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧠 \u003cstrong\u003eInteresting behaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e – Uses its hands to help push food into its mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003ePlant safe\u003c\/strong\u003e – Generally won't deliberately damage aquarium plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e👀 \u003cstrong\u003eGreat display animal\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fascinating to watch as it explores the aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📏 Size \u0026amp; Appearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult size can vary considerably between sexes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMales:\u003c\/strong\u003e around \u003cstrong\u003e5–6 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFemales:\u003c\/strong\u003e around \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e14–15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFemales are noticeably larger and rounder than males. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gold African Clawed Frog has a \u003cstrong\u003epale golden, yellow or creamy body\u003c\/strong\u003e, with lighter eyes and skin than the wild-type form. Like other \u003cem\u003eXenopus\u003c\/em\u003e, it has large webbed hind feet with three small black claws on each foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏠 Housing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003espacious aquarium with plenty of floor area\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an adult, we would recommend \u003cstrong\u003earound 75–100 litres or larger\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly for a female or where multiple frogs are being kept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aquarium should have:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure, tight-fitting lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood biological filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen swimming space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHides and shaded areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy access to the surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA secure lid is extremely important\u003c\/strong\u003e as African Clawed Frogs are surprisingly good escape artists. They are fully aquatic and should not be allowed to spend extended periods out of water. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌡️ Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20–23°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, with stable temperatures being more important than trying to keep the aquarium particularly warm. Guidance recommends avoiding prolonged temperatures below \u003cstrong\u003e16°C or above 24°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many tropical aquarium animals, \u003cstrong\u003eGold African Clawed Frogs do not need tropical temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💧 Water \u0026amp; Filtration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood water quality is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6.5–8.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmmonia:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrite:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep low with regular maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a good aquarium dechlorinator when preparing tap water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid excessively strong filtration currents, as these frogs generally prefer relatively calm water. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🪨 Substrate \u0026amp; Decoration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake care when choosing the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFine sand or a bare-bottom aquarium is preferable to small gravel\u003c\/strong\u003e, as African Clawed Frogs can accidentally swallow loose gravel while feeding. Small stones can potentially cause intestinal blockages. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth rocks, aquarium wood, caves and other smooth decorations can be used to provide hiding places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo specialist basking light is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNormal aquarium lighting on a consistent day\/night cycle is suitable, although \u003cstrong\u003estrong lighting should be avoided\u003c\/strong\u003e if there are no shaded areas available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFloating plants and aquarium plants can provide useful cover and make the frog feel more secure. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍽️ Diet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold African Clawed Frogs are \u003cstrong\u003ecarnivorous\/opportunistic feeders\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable foods include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪱 Bloodworm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦐 Mysis shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪱 Earthworms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦐 Brine shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐟 Small pieces of suitable fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐸 Quality aquatic frog pellets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦐 Other suitable meaty frozen or live foods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey locate food using smell and vibrations in the water and use their front feet to help push food into their mouths. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove uneaten food after feeding to help maintain water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐟 Tank Mates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an important consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough they can appear peaceful, \u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Clawed Frogs are predators\u003c\/strong\u003e and will attempt to eat fish, shrimp and other aquatic animals that are small enough to fit into their mouths. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, a \u003cstrong\u003especies-only aquarium is the safest option\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf kept with other frogs, they should be similarly sized, as young \u003cem\u003eXenopus\u003c\/em\u003e can also display cannibalistic behaviour when poorly fed or housed with significantly smaller individuals. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold African Clawed Frogs are generally \u003cstrong\u003esafe with live aquarium plants\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants can provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaded areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional structure within the aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, because these frogs are active and relatively powerful, delicate plants may occasionally be disturbed simply through their movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🐸 Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are primarily \u003cstrong\u003edisplay animals rather than animals to handle\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir skin is delicate and handling can remove protective skin secretions and cause unnecessary stress. If the frog needs to be moved, using a \u003cstrong\u003esubmerged container\u003c\/strong\u003e is preferable to grabbing it by hand. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🧹 Cleaning \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood filtration combined with regular partial water changes will help keep the aquarium healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause African Clawed Frogs can produce a considerable amount of waste, keep an eye on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmmonia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneaten food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSiphon waste from the substrate during water changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⭐ Important Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not confuse a Gold African Clawed Frog with an African Dwarf Frog.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold African Clawed Frogs are \u003cem\u003eXenopus laevis\u003c\/em\u003e and can reach around \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, whereas African Dwarf Frogs remain much smaller. They also have very different feeding and compatibility requirements. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are also \u003cstrong\u003every capable predators\u003c\/strong\u003e, so a Gold African Clawed Frog should not be treated like a conventional peaceful community aquarium animal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne important UK point for your shop:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eXenopus laevis\u003c\/em\u003e is recognised as a non-native\/invasive species in Great Britain, and government material specifically identifies concerns around escape, establishment and disease transmission. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Because you're operating in England, I'd recommend checking the \u003cstrong\u003ecurrent legal position and any applicable licence\/exemption requirements before selling or transferring these frogs\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than relying solely on general aquarium-trade practice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petra-aqua","offers":[{"title":"2-3cm","offer_id":58628084695421,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.snuffleandswim.com\/products\/gold-african-clawed-frog","provider":"Snuffle and Swim","version":"1.0","type":"link"}