<Li> African clawed frogs have curved, flat snouts . The snout of an African dwarf frog is pointed . </Li> <P> African dwarf frogs are very active and rarely sit still for any period of time . When stationary, the African dwarf frog has been known to float in one spot, with its limbs completely outstretched, on the surface of the water . This is normal behavior, called "burbling". Sometimes they just float with limbs spread out, drifting on the surface . African dwarf frogs are generally peaceful with animals of their own size, but their diet sometimes include smaller animals . Other fish are known to eat the eggs of these frogs . African dwarf frogs spend most of their time near the bottom of the water, where they feel safe from predators . Most frogs sleep up to 12 hours a day, provided no threat of predators is present . </P> <P> These frogs are suggested to be kept in a group of two or more due to their social nature . Despite being fully aquatic, the African dwarf frog still needs to be able to reach the surface to breathe . These amphibians are not great swimmers, so water currents should be kept low and deep tanks may pose a challenge to their ability to breathe . In the wild, the Congo forest floods yearly to a depth of 24 inches or more, so any depth less than that will be suitable . They also should be kept in an enclosure with a secure cover to prevent escape and plenty of hiding spaces as in the wild they tend to be prey to a variety of animals and open spaces cause skittish behavior . The frogs eat any smaller fish . The optimum water temperature is 75--82 ° F. The pH of the water should be maintained between 6.5 and 7.5 . These frogs cannot survive out of water for longer than 20 minutes in low humidity, as they dry out . </P> <P> Because they are fragile animals, care should be taken when handling African dwarf frogs, especially when considering them as a pet for young children . These frogs should never be held outside the tank, both for the safety of the frog and the child, as they may be carriers of Salmonella . </P>

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