African clawed frog - Wikipedia
WEBThe African clawed frog (Xenopus laevis), also known as simply xenopus, African clawed toad, African claw-toed frog or the platanna) is a species of African aquatic frog of the family Pipidae. Its name is derived from the short black claws on its feet.
A Guide to Caring for African Clawed Frogs as Pets - The Spruce …
WEBSep 20, 2024 · African clawed frogs can live more than 20 years if cared for correctly. Learn about the tank, water, and food these cute frogs need to thrive.
African clawed frog - Smithsonian's National Zoo
WEBAfrican clawed frogs are native to eastern and southern Africa and parts of western Africa. They have been used extensively used for research, and are considered an invasive species on four continents, due to their release into the wild from research laboratories.
Clawed frog | African, Aquatic & Nocturnal | Britannica
WEBClawed frog, (genus Xenopus), any member of 6 to 15 species of tongueless aquatic African frogs (family Pipidae) having small black claws on the inner three toes of the hind limbs. Xenopus species are generally dull-coloured. Their bodies are relatively flat and bear whitish fringelike mucous.
Xenopus - Wikipedia
WEBXenopus (/ ˈ z ɛ n ə p ə s / [1] [2]) (Gk., ξενος, xenos = strange, πους, pous = foot, commonly known as the clawed frog) is a genus of highly aquatic frogs native to sub-Saharan Africa. Twenty species are currently described within it.
African Clawed Frog Care Sheet & Pet Guide
WEBMar 24, 2018 · Also known as African Claw-Toed Frog (Xenopus laevis) John - Posted on March 24, 2018 - 131 Comments. Hobbyists have been keeping African Clawed Frogs for years. They’re one of the most popular frogs because they’re easy to care for. Moreover, they’re one of the few fully aquatic frog species.
The African Clawed Frog: An Overview - Wild Explained
WEBSep 14, 2023 · The African Clawed Frog is a captivating amphibian with unique physical adaptations, complex behaviors, and a significant ecological role. Understanding this remarkable species aids in appreciating the natural world’s diversity and complexity while highlighting the importance of conservation efforts.
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African clawed frog - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on ... - Animalia
WEBThe African clawed frog (Xenopus laevis, also known as the xenopus, African clawed toad, African claw-toed frog or the platanna) is a species of African aquatic frog of the family Pipidae. Its name is derived from the three short claws on each hind foot, which it uses to tear apart its food.
African Clawed Frog - A-Z Animals
WEBMay 27, 2024 · African clawed frogs are carriers of an amphibian chytrid fungus called Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, or Bd, which has been responsible for the decline and even extinction of around 500 species worldwide. A few of these include the southern gastric brooding frog, common midwife toad, and Costa Rican golden toad.
African Clawed Frog (Xenopus laevis) - Species Profile
WEBIdentification: Xenopus laevis is a primarily aquatic frog that can be easily distinguished from native frog species by its flattened and streamlined bodies, eye placement on top of the head, no visible tympanum which is a sound making organ, and fully webbed hind feet with hard, black claws on the first three toes (Channing 2001, Evans et al. 2...