Safety note: Invasive carrier of chytrid fungus
The African Clawed Frog is an invasive aquatic frog introduced to North America through the pet trade and medical research. It is a carrier and global vector of the chytrid fungus that has devastated amphibian populations worldwide.
Habitat
Introduced: ponds, ditches, and canals in warm climates
Diet
Anything that fits in its mouth, including native tadpoles and fish
How common
Uncommon
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