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Gold African Dwarf Frog in planted freshwater aquarium

Hymenochirus sp. "Gold"

Gold African Dwarf Frog (Hymenochirus sp. "Gold")

Moderate Care
Peaceful
£5.99
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Golden colour form of the fully aquatic African Dwarf Frog, suited to calm heated aquariums with gentle flow and targeted feeding.

African Dwarf FrogAmphibianCommunity TankFreshwaterGold African Dwarf FrogHymenochirusModerate CarePeaceful

Care at a Glance

Scientific Name
Hymenochirus sp. "Gold"
Max Adult Size
up to 6 cm
Care Level
Moderate
Temperament
Peaceful aquatic amphibian
Temperature
22–28°C
pH Range
6.5–7.8
Minimum Tank
40L
Diet
Sinking carnivore foods, frozen bloodworm, daphnia and brine shrimp

Adult size is the maximum length this species reaches at full maturity (scientific sources). The livestock you receive will be younger and smaller — pick a size variant above for the actual shipping size. Product-photo provenance and any image-specific limitations are stated on the listing.

Water Parameters

Maintain these water conditions for optimal health and vibrant colors

Temperature
22–28°C
22°CIdeal28°C
pH Level
6.5–7.8
6.5Ideal7.8

Gold African Dwarf Frog (Hymenochirus sp. "Gold") is the golden colour form of the familiar fully aquatic African Dwarf Frog. It has the same gentle behaviour and small adult size, but the lighter colour makes it easier to spot among plants and dark substrate. The listing focuses on real Hymenochirus care rather than broad exotic-pet wording.

Quick facts

Scientific name Hymenochirus sp. "Gold"
Adult size 3-6 cm
Minimum aquarium 40 litres recommended for a small group
Temperature 22-28 C
pH 6.5-7.8
Temperament Peaceful aquatic amphibian
Diet Sinking carnivore foods, frozen bloodworm, daphnia and brine shrimp

Care and setup

Use a mature heated aquarium with gentle filtration, smooth substrate and resting points near the surface. The gold form is still an air-breathing aquatic frog, so avoid very deep or high-flow layouts. Stable water matters more than chasing a single perfect number.

Feeding

Feed small meaty sinking foods such as frog pellets, frozen bloodworm, daphnia and brine shrimp. These frogs do not compete well with fast fish, so targeted feeding is part of normal care. A gently rounded body and steady feeding response are good signs.

Compatibility

Gold African Dwarf Frogs can live with the standard African Dwarf Frog and similar calm Hymenochirus frogs such as Hymenochirus curtipes gold. Avoid larger clawed frogs, aggressive fish and any tank mate that will dominate feeding time. A small species group is often the easiest setup.

Arrival and first week

Livestock is packed for temperature stability, sent with a licensed live-animal courier, and covered by our Live Arrival Guarantee. After arrival, acclimate slowly, keep lights low, and watch appetite, breathing and posture during the first week.

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