Scientific Name: Xenopus laevis
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Amphibia
Order: Anura
Family: Pipidae
Genus: Xenopus
Distribution
The species can be found throughout much of Africa, and in isolated, introduced populations in North America, South America, and Europe
Physical Description
It can grow up to 12 cm long with a flattened head and body, but no external ear or tongue. They are aquatic and often a yellowish, grey color. Albino varieties are sold as pets.
Habitat
These frogs are prefer ponds and rivers within the southeastern portion of Sub-Saharan Africa.
Reproduction
It takes them 1 - 2 years to reach sexual maturity. It has a large and easily manipulable embryo.
As a Pet
When African clawed frogs are imported into non-native countries, they can wreck entire ecosystems by eating native wildlife such as fish and turtles that have no natural defense against these creatures.
