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| African Clawed Frog Stats |
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Scientific Name: Xenopus laevis
Family: Pipidae
Adult Size: Can grow up to 5 inches in length. This frog is a yellow and gray color. These frogs are aquatic. Their flattened bodies allow them to swim swiftly through the water.
Range: African clawed frogs are native to eastern and southern Africa. They have been introduced in North America, much of Europe, South America, and are now well established on these continents.
Habitat: African clawed frogs are always found in water, although during periods of heavy rainfall, they are able to move some distances across land. Many of the introductions in the United States appear to be the result of careless owners and laboratories. These frogs are widely used as a model organism in many biological disciplines.
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