Albino African Clawed Frog
Description
of the Albino African Clawed Frog
The Albino African Clawed Frog is often mistaken for the Dwarf
African Frog. They can be distinguished for the Dwarf frog as
the Clawed frog only has webbing on its rear feet whereas the
Dwarf African frog has webbing on all four feet. They are ideal
for beginners as they are hardy and easy to keep but not
recommended as a community tank as they will try and eat
anything! These frogs should be kept with other African clawed
frogs.
Profile of
the Albino African Clawed Frog
This
Profile contains interesting facts and information about the
Albino African Clawed Frog species.
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Size: Up to 12cm
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Fish Tank
conditions:
Temp: 20 to 25 Degrees
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Diet / Feeding:
Dried, Flaked or Frozen Food
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Temperament:
Aggressive, will try and eat anything that moves!
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Habitat: Ponds
and Lakes
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Behaviour: Not a
community species, keep with other African Clawed Frogs
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Range: South
Africa
Scientific
Classification of the Albino African Clawed Frog
Definition: Scientific
classification, or biological classification, is how biologists
group and categorize species of organisms with shared physical
characteristics. Scientific classification belongs to the
science of taxonomy.
Interesting Facts and Information -
How do you identify
the sex of a Albino African Clawed Frog?
The males and females of many fish species have different colors
or different shaped bodies. But there are also other fish
species where there is no visible difference. Its sometimes
tricky being an ichthyologist! The males are much smaller than
the females and when trying to attract a female they have the
ability to 'sing' sounding similar to a cricket! Females don't
have a vocal sac so don't have the ability to sing!
Interesting Facts and Information - Why are Albino African Clawed Frog slimy?
Albino African Clawed Frog secrete a type of mucus, or slime, from their skin.
This slime provides protection against parasites and infections
and helps the Albino African Clawed Frog to move through
the water faster. Some fish species also release
toxins in their slime which ward off enemy attacks. Other fish
species use their slime to feed their young.
Interesting Facts and Information -
Why do Albino African Clawed Frog have gills?
Gills enable the Albino African Clawed Frog to breathe. Gills consist of thin
sheets of tissue containing blood vessels. As water passes over
the gills oxygen is absorbed into the blood stream Carbon
dioxide passes out into the water. The gills are protected by a
large bony plate called an operculum. Some fish species however
have lungs and breathe air.
Interesting Facts and Information -
Why do the Albino African Clawed Frog have fins?
A fin is an external appendage or "limb" of a fish. Fins are
used for directing, stabilizing, or propelling the different
fish species in water. Numbers of fins vary between fish
species, but there are usually seven. Each of the fins on a fish
are designed to perform a specific function:
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Dorsal fins - The
dorsal fin is located on the backs of fishes. The Albino African Clawed Frog
has Dorsal fins to lend stability in swimming.
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Ventral fins. The
ventral fin is located on the pelvic area of fishes. The
Albino African Clawed Frog
has Ventral fins to lend stability in swimming.
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Caudal fins. The
Caudal fin is located on the tail area of fishes. The Albino African Clawed Frog
has Caudal fins to propel through the water.
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Pectoral fins. The
Pectoral fin is located on the breast area of fishes. The
Albino African Clawed Frog
has Pectoral fins to for locomotion and side to
side movement
Interesting Facts and Information about
Albino African Clawed Frog
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