African Clawed Frog
The African clawed frog is an aquatic species that doesn’t have any teeth or tongue. The genus name of the frog means strange foot and the specific name means smooth.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Anura |
| Family | Pipidae |
| Genus | Xenopus |
| Scientific Name | Xenopus laevis |
| Other Names | African claw-toed frog, platanna |
| Size | 4-5 in (10.16-12.7 cm) |
| Weight | Around 2.25 oz (64 g) |
| Color | Green-gray body sometimes albino frogs are observed |
| Call | Cricket like call |
| Distribution | South Africa, Sudan, and Nigeria |
| Habitat | Lakes, swamps, and grassland ponds |
| Diet | Everything available |
| Predators | Cats, rodents, herons, and dogs |
| Breeding Season | Winter-spring |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
| Average Lifespan | In the Wild: Around 15 years, In the Captivity: 25-30 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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