Biology: 5 Frogs
5. African dwarf frog
African dwarf frogs live all over tropical and subtropical Africa but most are in the Congo area. They live entirely underwater even though they have lungs. They usually grow to about 2.5 - 3 cm (1 - 1.5 in) but sometimes, but rarely, grow to 10 - 12 cm (4-5 in). They live from 5-15 years.
They are found wild in rivers, creeks and ponds in African forests. They stay near the bottom where they feel safe from predators. African dwarf frogs do not have teeth because they do not chew their food, they swallow it whole. Favorite foods include blood worms, water fleas, and shrimp, although these frogs will also eat mosquito larvae, black worms, small fish, and small earthworms.
African dwarf frogs love other frogs. They have been know to live in heavily populated areas and one will rarely find an African dwarf frog living secluded by itself out in the wild.
Males are known to “sing” or “hum” during mating or when excited.
Sources:
Wikipedia
Pic: amphibiainfo.com
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