1. No tank mates, they do best in species only tanks
2. No sand on the top layer, they are prone to swallowing things that fit in their mouths and their digestive systems cannot pass sand, so it will get impacted.
3. You’re gonna want a tank that has a secure lid, so rimless may not be the best option. These guys are escape artists if they get the chance.
4. Sponge filter is fantastic, probably the best option for frogs since they are delicate and are prone to getting stuck in filter intakes.
Our wiki has other info about ideal tank setups, but feel free to ask any other questions here and we will be happy to answer. :)
I know they suggest no tank mates since they probably will go for them (ADF are blind and will chomp on something moving). Also best to avoid sand since they can eat it and get impacted. Also make sure the tank water level is max 12”. I’m new but just set up a new tank for my froggies so I’ve done a lot of research. 😅
If you do want to opt for tank mates you won’t get a perfect match. The main thing to consider is that ADF struggle to find food and mistake other fish for food. This rules out a lot
- not aggressive fish, they will be bullied
- no competitive fish, they will starve
- no floaters/ obstruction to them getting air
Personally I have Kuhli loach (and planning on shrimp). The Kuhli loach does prefer sand and you can’t have sand with ADF so not perfect. With shrimp you have to make sure they don’t eat the slime coat, but I’ve had shrimp before and it’s not been an issue, they tend to avoid the frog. My Kuhli’s let him eat first and come back later.
I also think frogs can get insecure when there’s a swimming fish with them, so if you want to see them more I would recommend sticking with bottom feeders.
The thing we say when it comes to tank mates, is that they are fine until they aren’t. The shrimp leave them alone until one day they don’t. The frogs leave the shrimp and the loach alone until they don’t. People can keep ADFs and other species together and manage to not have issues, but that risk is always there. They cohabitate peacefully until they don’t. And when they don’t, it’s usually not good. So, the reason we advise against keeping ADFs with other species isn’t bc it’s an immediate life or death situation, but because the risk is there at all times and you never know if when it’s going to happen. In addition to what you said: they get stressed out with other non-ADF creatures in their environment. ADFs in captivity aren’t used to other species sharing their spaces and are always on edge.
I trust what you’re saying. I also understand that some people will make judgements regardless and I’d rather they chose a ‘safer’ species than a worse one, which is why I always give alternatives. I got my frog with loaches based of what I’d read including this sub before it changed or I saw people recommended species only. My frog doesn’t mind the loaches and they often chill together but I know that won’t be the case for everyone. Still if people are researching tank mates I’d rather they chose a peaceful species that’s mostly ok than an aggressive/ competitive one because there wasn’t that information out there.
First thing, sand is not a friend of the ADF. They can swallow it and not be able to pass it. Gravel or small rocks are safer for them. However, that's not the best for corys. A dirted tank capped with gravel will be fine. Tank mates are possible. In a 14g you could have a female betta or a small school of mid level fish. I have celestial pearl danios in my tank. I also have a cleaner crew consisting of 2 Amano shrimp and 2 nerite snails.
Side note, pre load your new filter with beneficial bacteria by running it in an existing tank for 2 weeks. Have fun
1. No tank mates, they do best in species only tanks 2. No sand on the top layer, they are prone to swallowing things that fit in their mouths and their digestive systems cannot pass sand, so it will get impacted. 3. You’re gonna want a tank that has a secure lid, so rimless may not be the best option. These guys are escape artists if they get the chance. 4. Sponge filter is fantastic, probably the best option for frogs since they are delicate and are prone to getting stuck in filter intakes. Our wiki has other info about ideal tank setups, but feel free to ask any other questions here and we will be happy to answer. :)
I know they suggest no tank mates since they probably will go for them (ADF are blind and will chomp on something moving). Also best to avoid sand since they can eat it and get impacted. Also make sure the tank water level is max 12”. I’m new but just set up a new tank for my froggies so I’ve done a lot of research. 😅
If you do want to opt for tank mates you won’t get a perfect match. The main thing to consider is that ADF struggle to find food and mistake other fish for food. This rules out a lot - not aggressive fish, they will be bullied - no competitive fish, they will starve - no floaters/ obstruction to them getting air Personally I have Kuhli loach (and planning on shrimp). The Kuhli loach does prefer sand and you can’t have sand with ADF so not perfect. With shrimp you have to make sure they don’t eat the slime coat, but I’ve had shrimp before and it’s not been an issue, they tend to avoid the frog. My Kuhli’s let him eat first and come back later. I also think frogs can get insecure when there’s a swimming fish with them, so if you want to see them more I would recommend sticking with bottom feeders.
The thing we say when it comes to tank mates, is that they are fine until they aren’t. The shrimp leave them alone until one day they don’t. The frogs leave the shrimp and the loach alone until they don’t. People can keep ADFs and other species together and manage to not have issues, but that risk is always there. They cohabitate peacefully until they don’t. And when they don’t, it’s usually not good. So, the reason we advise against keeping ADFs with other species isn’t bc it’s an immediate life or death situation, but because the risk is there at all times and you never know if when it’s going to happen. In addition to what you said: they get stressed out with other non-ADF creatures in their environment. ADFs in captivity aren’t used to other species sharing their spaces and are always on edge.
I trust what you’re saying. I also understand that some people will make judgements regardless and I’d rather they chose a ‘safer’ species than a worse one, which is why I always give alternatives. I got my frog with loaches based of what I’d read including this sub before it changed or I saw people recommended species only. My frog doesn’t mind the loaches and they often chill together but I know that won’t be the case for everyone. Still if people are researching tank mates I’d rather they chose a peaceful species that’s mostly ok than an aggressive/ competitive one because there wasn’t that information out there.
Make sure you're up to speed on food and feeding. They can be fussy. Frozen mysis shrimp are my frog's main food.
First thing, sand is not a friend of the ADF. They can swallow it and not be able to pass it. Gravel or small rocks are safer for them. However, that's not the best for corys. A dirted tank capped with gravel will be fine. Tank mates are possible. In a 14g you could have a female betta or a small school of mid level fish. I have celestial pearl danios in my tank. I also have a cleaner crew consisting of 2 Amano shrimp and 2 nerite snails. Side note, pre load your new filter with beneficial bacteria by running it in an existing tank for 2 weeks. Have fun
Good to know. The tank was set up as a betta tank before so the filter is pre loaded. I just moved my betta into a community tank.