Bring a touch of elegance and personality to your aquarium with the Platinum African Dwarf Frog (Hymenochirus boettgeri), a unique aquatic amphibian adored for its smooth platinum-silver skin and charming behavior.

🌿 Overview

The Platinum African Dwarf Frog is a fully aquatic frog species native to the slow-moving rivers and ponds of Central Africa. Its distinct platinum coloration makes it a rare and eye-catching addition to any freshwater tank. These frogs are docile and social, preferring to live in small groups or peaceful community tanks.

🏡 Tank Setup

For optimal health, provide a minimum 10-gallon aquarium with gentle filtration and secure lid coverage, as these frogs can surface for air and may jump.
Decorate the tank with live or artificial plants, soft substrates, and hiding spots such as caves or driftwood. Maintain stable water conditions with temperatures between 72°F and 80°F (22–27°C) and a pH of 6.5–7.8.

🍽️ Feeding

These frogs are carnivorous and prefer live or frozen foods such as:

• Bloodworms

• Brine shrimp

• Daphnia

• Specialized sinking frog pellets

Feed small portions once daily, ensuring all food is consumed within a few minutes to maintain water quality.

🤝 Behavior and Compatibility

Peaceful and playful, the Platinum African Dwarf Frog coexists well with small, non-aggressive fish such as tetras, rasboras, or guppies. Avoid housing them with larger or territorial species.

These frogs are social and often display fascinating behavior such as “floating” at the surface or gently gliding around the tank.

⚕️ Care Level

Perfect for beginner aquarists, this species requires minimal maintenance as long as basic water quality is maintained. Perform regular partial water changes and avoid strong currents.

🧾 Quick Care Summary

• Tank Size: 10 gallons or larger

• Water Parameters: pH 6.5–7.8, Temp 72–80°F

• Diet: Carnivorous – live/frozen foods

• Behavior: Peaceful, community-safe

• Lifespan: 5–10 years