The african dwarf frog (Hymenochirus boettgeri) is a peaceful frog that grows to about 1.5 inches and spends its time near the bottom. Keep at least 2 together, in a tank of 10 gallons or more, at 72–82°F and pH 6.5–7.8.
10 galsmallest tank
1.5″adult size
72–82°Ftemperature
6.5–7.8pH
2+group size
Peacefultemperament
Good tankmates
Avoid
- ✕Paradise fish: Paradise fish is aggressive and best kept alone.
- ✕Angelfish: Angelfish grows big enough to eat African dwarf frog.
- ✕Convict cichlid: Convict cichlid is aggressive and best kept alone.
- ✕Oscar: Oscar is aggressive and best kept alone.
- ✕Pea puffer: Pea puffer is aggressive and best kept alone.
From TankCoach's own species data: common hobby guidance for adults, rounded. Individual fish vary. Not veterinary advice.