The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.
African Dwarf Clawed Frog Xenopus Laevis 3cm
Image for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.
Delivered alive, guaranteed
Live fish delivery is £20 per order, delivered Thursday, Friday or Saturday, arriving before 1:00pm on the day you choose at checkout. Packed by aquatic specialists and shipped overnight with a dedicated livestock courier, every fish is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee with automatic refunds. See How Live Fish Delivery Works for full details.
When will my fish arrive?
| Order placed | Delivery day |
|---|---|
| Up to Monday 11:00am | Thursday (that week) |
| Monday after 11:00am – Tuesday 11:00am | Friday (that week) |
| Tuesday after 11:00am – Wednesday 11:00am | Saturday (that week) |
| Wednesday after 11:00am – Sunday (any time) | Thursday (following week) |
Overview
The African Clawed Frog is a fully aquatic, smooth-skinned amphibian with a flattened body, small clawed hind feet and eyes set on top of its head. Native to sub-Saharan Africa, it is a hardy, long-lived and voracious hunter. It suits keepers happy to give it a species tank with room to grow.
- Adult Size: Around 10–13 cm (4–5 in); females larger
- Lifespan: 15–20 years
Origin
- Native to: Sub-Saharan Africa, from Nigeria to South Africa
- Habitat: Still ponds, lakes and slow rivers
Feeding
- Diet: Carnivorous
- Preferred Foods: Bloodworm, earthworms, prawns, sinking carnivore pellets, frog sticks, daphnia
- Feeding Habits: Feed every other day as adults; daily when young
Tank Mates
- Best with: Its own kind of similar size in a species tank
- Avoid: Any fish or shrimp; smaller frogs will be eaten
Aggression & Behaviour
- Temperament: Peaceful with its own kind but a greedy predator
- Territoriality: None, though larger frogs may eat smaller ones
Experience Level
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Challenges: Escapes; grows large; unsuitable for community tanks
Water Parameters
- Water Type: Freshwater, moderately hard and neutral
- Temperature: 20–25°C (68–77°F)
- pH: 6.5–8.0
- Hardness: 5–20 dGH
- Flow: Slow
- Tank Size: Minimum 60 litres for one or two adults; shallow water preferred
Final Notes
Do not confuse this with the tiny African Dwarf Frog: a small juvenile grows quickly into a heavy-bodied frog that will swallow fish and dwarf frogs whole. It must reach the surface to breathe, so keep water depth modest, and fit a tight lid as it climbs out readily. It is undemanding of water chemistry and lives for decades. Males are smaller with dark nuptial pads on the forearms. A characterful, easy pet.
Please Note
The livestock that is sold on our online site is not held in store at our Birchwood Aquatic Centre shop. Species sold at the Birchwood Aquatic Centre physical store may differ from ones available to order to your door.
Frequently Asked Questions
In insulated boxes designed for live transport, packed by aquatic specialists,
overnight with a licensed live-animal courier, arriving before 1pm.
It is covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
Photograph it within 4 hours of delivery, email info@birchwoodaquaticcentre.co.uk with your order number, and the refund is processed automatically. The cover continues for 7 days after arrival.
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. You pick your day at checkout; please choose a day someone is home.
Yes. One basket, one checkout; the fish arrive with the specialist courier and the rest of your order ships as normal.
We can deliver to UK mainland only for live fish.
Follow the five-minute acclimatisation steps in our When Your Fish Arrive guide: float the bags, add tank water gradually, net the fish in, lights low, feed tomorrow.